Town Of Pinedale

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the design loads for Pinedale (snow, wind)?

The Town of Pinedale has not adopted official figures for these items. It is up to the design professional to come up with the appropriate figure by consulting local climate information and using the appropriate load calculations. The ASCE 7.2 manual contains some information.

2. Does the Town issue certificates of occupancy?

No, the Town does not have a building department and does not issue CO's.

3. Can I hook to Town Water and Sewer?

Properties inside the town boundary can hook to water and sewer, properties outside the town boundary in the "county" can only hook to water and sewer if annexed into the town, unless there is an existing service agreement. Properties directing abutting the town boundary are the only parcels eligible for annexation. Please contact Planning & Zoning if you would like to discuss the feasibility of annexation.

4. Has the Town of Pinedale adopted building codes?

The Town of Pinedale has adopted IBC 2003 and will accept 2006 for commercial and non-residential structures. The Town has not adopted residential building codes.

5. When is a building permit required?

Building permits are required for new construction (whether built on or off site), additions, accessory structures on permanent foundations and some remodels. Permits are not required for general maintenance such as residing, reroofing, and most remodels. Please contact the Planning & Zoning Department or consult the applications link to review the required permits.

6. Where's my curb stop and sewer service?

1. Before or during the purchase of your property you should ask the prior owner for this information.

2. Look for the curb stop near the street side property line before there is snow on the ground.

3. If the building was constructed after 2006 Planning & Zoning may have the services indicated on the site plan of the building permit packet.

4. Contact Public Works and they may be able to locate the services for you.

7. Where are my property lines?

Only a licensed surveyor can accurately show you the location of property lines or corners. To find the general location you can obtain a copy of your subdivision plat from the County Clerk's Office if you know your legal description. A digital copy is available on the County Website under the County Clerk's link, "scanned maps". You can also consult the County GIS mapserver, which has property lines overlaid on aerial photography, these lines are approximate but will assist you finding the general location. If your property is unplatted the county or a previous property owner may have a boundary survey of the property you can consult. If it is unplatted and there is not a recorded survey, you will have to contact a licensed land surveyor and have it surveyed. The plat will indicate the dimensions of your lot and what type of monument was set for your property corners. Property corners are generally set with rebar and capped with a plastic or aluminum cap with the surveyors name and license number. You can look at the end of fence lines along utility lines and on the backside of sidewalks for property corners. Property corner markers are often destroyed during construction or other activities and often become overgrown with grass or shrubs and can be buried with dirt, so don't despair if you cannot locate your property corners. If you would like them located or replaced please contact a licensed surveyor.

7. Where does my property line end and the Town right-of-way begin?

Often property owners may think that their vehicles are parked on their property or extend their landscaping to the driving lane and then become upset when they receive a ticket, snow is piled or landscaping is disturbed. Since most Town streets do not have sidewalks or curbs it has been somewhat confusing for property owners to determine where their property begins and the Town property ends. Most alleys within the Town have a right-of-way width of 20 feet, while the driving lane may only be 10 feet. Streets within the Town vary from 30-100 foot right-of-ways with 30-50 feet of paved lanes and valley pans (see discussion above). Depending on the right-of-way width of the street and the paved surface your property line may be as far as 25 feet behind the edge of the valley pan. Again, please contact a licensed land surveyor if you need assistance locating your property lines and corners.

8. What do I do about lead and copper in my water?

Town of Pinedale water is extremely pure, the lead and copper in your water comes from the type of piping system installed in your home. It is often in older homes that have lead and copper pipes. The lead and/or copper often gets built up after sitting for awhile , such as overnight. Let the tap run for 30 seconds to blow-out the build up before drinking or using the water for cooking.

10. Does the Town of Pinedale require Business Licensing?

The Town of Pinedale does not currently require businesses to be licensed.

However, other licenses may be required including:

A Wyoming Sales Tax Number can be obtained from the Department of Revenue and Excise Tax Division.

Service.http://revenue.state.wy.us/PortalVBVS/uploads/ETS%20Form%20001.pdf
A Wyoming Food Service Permit can be obtained from the Department of Agriculture.
Register Your Business with the Secretary of State.
An Employer Identification Number can be obtained from the Internal Revenue

10. Does the Town of Pinedale require Contractor Licensing?

The Town of Pinedale does not currently require contractors to be licensed.

The State of Wyoming requires electricians to be licensed. http://wyofire.state.wy.us/electricalsafety/examinationandlicensing.html

11. What is my property zoned?

You can contact the Planning & Zoning department or consult the mapserver at http://records.sublettewyo.com/mapserver/sc.html

12. How do I get on a Town Council Agenda?

If you would like to discuss a specific issue and have specific materials to present to the Town Council please contact the Town Clerk 2 weeks in advance to be placed on the agenda. If you have a general concern or comment you may attend the meeting and present your comment under the "Citizens Concerns" agenda item.

13. How do I report a street light out?

Please contact Rocky Mountain Power to report a street light out.

1-888-221-7070 or http://www.rockymountainpower.net/Article/Article87651.html

14. How do I report a street sign down or request a new one?

Please contact the Department of Public Works at 367-2348, be prepared to give the location.