Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Marriage Licenses
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Wyoming Marriage Licenses are issued by the County Clerk.Marriage Licenses
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Wyoming Marriage Licenses can be used anywhere in the state.Marriage Licenses
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Wyoming Marriage Licenses do not have an expiration date.Marriage Licenses
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The bride and groom need to apply for the license, but a witness who can swear to the accuracy of the application can stand in for either the bride or groom.Marriage Licenses
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It will take about 45 minutes to apply and have a license issued.Marriage Licenses
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No blood test or other medical information is required.Marriage Licenses
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Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Applicants who are 16 to 18 years old must have written parental consent. Applicants who are younger than 16 must have a court order allowing a license to be issued.Marriage Licenses
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Applicants and witnesses must present photo identification.Marriage Licenses
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You will need to provide the following information for both Bride and Groom:Marriage Licenses
- Date of birth, place of birth, residence address, social security number.
- Father’s and Mother’s place of birth (state or country).
- Mother’s maiden name
- If a previous marriage ended in death or divorce, the date of that death or divorce.
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Marriage license ..............$25.00 Non-certified copy of marriageMarriage Licenses
license ...................... $ 1.00 Certified copy of marriage
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Records of marriage licenses issued in Uinta County since August 9, 1872 are available in the County Recorder’s office. Records of marriage licenses issued in the State of Wyoming since May 1941 are available in the State Vital Records Division office in Cheyenne. Phone number is (307) 777-7595.Marriage Licenses
County Assessor
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Wyoming statute requires that all property be listed, valued and assessed as of January 1 of each year. Assessment schedules must reflect the owner of record as of that date and be mailed on or before the fourth Monday in April.County Assessor
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All properties in Uinta County are physically inspected every four years. Properties are also inspected when a building permit is issued or an address assigned. Inspections can also be done as deemed necessary in the event of a disagreement with the property value as established by the Assessor’s office or upon the request of a property owner.County Assessor
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You need to contact the Assessor’s office within thirty days of the postmarked date on your assessment schedule. Bring any information that you would like the Assessor to consider regarding the value of your property.County Assessor
Statements of Consideration
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Wyoming Statute 34-1-142 requires a statement of consideration be completed whenever a deed, contract or other document transferring legal title is recorded. Information such as the date of sale, purchase price, terms of sale, etc. are required. You will probably complete this document at the time of closing.Statements of Consideration
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Information on the Statement of Consideration is not public information and you are protected from random disclosure by provisions and penalties in Wyoming Statute 34-1-142. Persons appealing their assessment may review the sales information of properties that were used to determine their fair market value. The review period is only during the thirty-day appeal period. Property owners may not further disclose the sales information to other persons or property owners. The sales information may be introduced and revealed to the County Board of Equalization during a formal appeal, but further disclosure is prohibited.Statements of Consideration
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The County Assessor has the complex job of annually determining the fair market value of all the property within the county. To accomplish this, sales information for an area is analyzed to develop adjustments to bring the property to current market value. Through the use of computer programs, information gained from properties that have sold can be used on properties not sold to achieve a fair market value for all properties. Because the sales information is crucial to this analysis, the assessor may need to verify the information with one or more of the parties to the transaction. This may be done by phone, mail or in person.Statements of Consideration
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Wyoming statute also states an individual statement of consideration shall not, by itself, be used to adjust the assessed value of any individual property. To ensure that sold properties are being valued using the same procedures as unsold, all valid open market sales within a neighborhood are used. Neighborhood boundaries are developed on location, economic forces, governmental and social factors. Within neighborhoods other considerations may be age, type of construction, etc.Statements of Consideration
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No, only sales that are considered valid open market sales are used. Sales involving foreclosures, relatives, gifts, etc. are generally not used.Statements of Consideration
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Owner participation is key in the development of accurate values. Property characteristics such as size, construction type, amenities, are collected by field appraisers. Owners are encouraged to review this information to verify its accuracy. Actual sales information is used by the assessor as an indicator of market value. The assistance of property owners in verifying the information regarding their property is very helpful.Statements of Consideration
Concealed Firearm Permit
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Applications for new permits or to renew a permit can only be obtained through the Sheriff’s Office. Applications are available at the Sheriff’s Offices in Evanston and Mt. View.Concealed Firearm Permit
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The cost for a new permit is $74.00. The cost to renew your existing permit is $50.00. If permits are renewed after the expiration date shown on the card, it will cost an additional $10.00, a total of $60.00 to renew your permit.Concealed Firearm Permit
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Concealed Firearm Permits are good for five (5) years.Concealed Firearm Permit
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In order to apply for a new permit, you must provide the Sheriff’s Office with a copy of your Hunter Safety Card, DD-214 from the military, or other proof of firearms proficiency provided by the National Rifle Association or any Wyoming Certified Firearms Instructor.Concealed Firearm Permit
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Yes. Depending on the availability of the Detention Officers who are on-duty, fingerprinting can be done at the Uinta County Sheriff's Office about any time of the day. If you wish to make an appointment, please call 307-783-1020.Concealed Firearm Permit
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Click this link to view that information.Concealed Firearm Permit
Jury
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Jurors are randomly selected by the Secretary of State from the registered voters and licensed drivers residing in Uinta County.Jury
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The jury term is six months long. It runs from April to October or October to April.Jury
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No. You will be notified if and when you need to appear for a specific jury trial.Jury
Sirens Emergency System
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Outdoor Warning Sirens are actually only part of the public warning system. Radio and TV provide the least costly, and most wide-spread, way to receive warning and information. Local media are very good at quickly spreading the word in an emergency. Programs on Adelphia Cable can also be interrupted by Uinta County to issue warning information using a capture system. Radio Stations KEVA 1240 and KOTB 106.2 can also be interrupted by Uinta County to issue warning information using a capture system. Another method of warning is "NOAA Weather Radio". Local electronics stores carry several types and usually cost less than $50. These are activated by the National Weather Service and provide weather-related "watches" and "warnings" for the area.Sirens Emergency System
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Siren coverage is adequate for the major outdoor areas in the City. However, there are many factors influencing audibility. One of the few that we can control is the length of time sirens sound. The longer they sound, the more likely people are to hear them. This is important because, during tests, sirens only sound for about 1 minute. This is just long enough to test the unit, but possibly not long enough for some to hear it. Terrain, sound reflection, noise and wind affect the process; sometimes positively, sometimes negatively. In the event of an actual warning, we will sound the sirens for a longer time.Sirens Emergency System
Chickenpox Information FAQ
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Chickenpox is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. This virus usually infects children. Older children and adults can also become infected if they haven’t already and chickenpox.Chickenpox Information FAQ
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In most cases, chickenpox is a mild disease. Early symptoms may include aching, fever, and sore throat. Then chickenpox turns into a very itchy skin rash that can develop into as many as 400 –500 sores!Chickenpox Information FAQ
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Chickenpox is easily spread through the air by sneezing and coughing or through contact with someone’s chickenpox sores. If you’ve never had chickenpox, you can get infected by just being in the same room with someone who has the disease.Chickenpox Information FAQ
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While most people recover after one week, some do not. Every year in the United States, around 10,000 people are hospitalized and up to 100 people die from complications of chickenpox.Chickenpox Information FAQ
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Children over the age of 12 months who have never had chickenpox should get vaccinated against this disease. Young children are not the only ones who need chickenpox vaccine. If teens or adults get chickenpox, they have a greater risk of serious complications. If you or your teenager haven’t had chickenpox, talk to your doctor or public health nurse about getting vaccinated.Chickenpox Information FAQ
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The American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the U.S. Public Health Service all recommend chickenpox vaccine. Research has shown chickenpox vaccine to be safe and effective. This vaccine has been used since the early 1970s in several areas of the world and studied in the United States since the 1980s.Chickenpox Information FAQ
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The most common side effects are mild and may include pain and redness at the injection site. Fever and fussiness may also occur. A rash may develop at the spot where the shot was given.Chickenpox Information FAQ
Hepatitis A FAQ
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Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by infection with the Hepatitis A virus (HAV).Hepatitis A FAQ
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HAV is usually spread from getting particles of fecal material into your mouth that might be too small to be seen. This happens through house-hold or sexual contact with an infected person or by eating HAV- contaminated food or drinking HAV-contaminated water. Casual contact, such as in a school or work setting does not spread HAV.Hepatitis A FAQ
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Infected persons can have no symptoms at all or be extremely ill. Only 30% of children less than six years of age develop symptoms, while 70% of older children and adults develop symptoms. If a person does develop symptoms, they might include fever, tiredness, loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, dark urine, and/or jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin). These symptoms can last up to six months. With or without symptoms, people with HAV infection can spread the infection to others.Hepatitis A FAQ
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About 15% of people with Hepatitis A require hospitalization. Adults who become ill often miss several weeks of work. There are approximately 100 deaths each year in the U.S. from Hepatitis A.Hepatitis A FAQ
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A safe and effective vaccine to prevent HAV infection has been available in the U.S. since 1995. Good hand washing might also help stop the spread of HAV. Always wash your hands with soap and water after using the toilet, changing a diaper, and before preparing or eating food.Hepatitis A FAQ
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If you fall into any of the following groups, you should consult with your health professional about getting vaccinated against HAV: 1.Men who have sex with men. 2.Users of street drugs (injecting and non-injecting). 3.Children, two years of age and older, who live in areas with historically increased rates of Hepatitis A (for information about these areas, contact your local health department). Uinta County is a moderately at risk area. 4.People who travel or work in any area of the world except the U.S., Canada, Western Europe, Japan, New Zealand, and Australia. 5.People with chronic liver disease, including Hepatitis C. 6.People working with live Hepatitis A virus. 7.People with clotting factor disorders, such as hemophilia.Hepatitis A FAQ
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If you want to receive Hepatitis A vaccine, there is no medical reason it cannot be given (a child must be two years of age or older). The cost of the vaccine might not be covered by your health insurance, so you might have to pay for it yourself.Hepatitis A FAQ
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Get vaccinated against HAV before traveling to any area of the world except the U.S., Canada, Western Europe, Japan, New Zealand, and Australia. Discuss this with your health professional in advance of your departure, as it takes about four weeks for immunity to begin after the first dose of Hepatitis A vaccine. If you don’t have at least four weeks advance notice when traveling, check with your health professional about receiving a shot called immune globulin. This preparation provides short-term protection against HAV infection.Hepatitis A FAQ
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Research suggests that protection will last for at least 20 years.Hepatitis A FAQ
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Many studies have shown that Hepatitis A vaccine is very safe. Since 1995, more than seven million doses of Hepatitis A vaccine have been given in the U.S. with no report of serious health problems linked to the vaccine. Side effects might include soreness at the injection site, headache, and tiredness. These symptoms, if they occur, last for only a short time.Hepatitis A FAQ
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Almost 100% of people are protected from HAV infection after getting two doses of vaccine.Hepatitis A FAQ
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Children and adults need two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine, spaced at least six months apart. At least 94% of people will be protected after the first dose, but a second dose is necessary to assure long-term protection.Hepatitis A FAQ
HIV Antibody Test
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The HIV antibody test tells if you have HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. The test looks for HIV antibodies in your blood. If antibodies are found, you have HIV. You can pass HIV on to other people even if you look and feel healthy.HIV Antibody Test
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A nurse will explain the test to you. You can ask questions and talk about your risks for HIV. Then the nurse will get a drop of blood from your finger. The test takes 15 minutes to process, and at the end of that time you will get your results.HIV Antibody Test
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Counseling should be given to you before and after the test. All counseling and testing is confidential. Counseling before the test includes: Helping you understand what the test can and can’t tell you. Explaining if anyone else can find out your test results. Helping you understand your risk for HIV. Counseling after the test includes: Helping you understand what your test result means. Ways to prevent the spread of HIV, whether your test is positive or negative. Helping you make a plan to deal with either a positive or a negative test result.HIV Antibody Test
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There are many good reasons to take the test: Testing can reduce your anxiety and may help you make changes to improve your quality of life. If you are thinking about getting pregnant, testing can help you look at the risk of passing HIV to your baby. There are medicines you can take to reduce the baby’s risk of getting HIV. You will know if it is safe to donate blood or organs. If you have HIV, you can learn how to keep your immune system strong.HIV Antibody Test
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You may want to be tested if you are at risk for HIV. You are at risk if: You have ever shared needles or works to inject or snort drugs or have done non-professional tattooing or piercing. You have ever had sex with an injection drug user. You have been a sex partner of someone with HIV or someone at risk for HIV. You have had many sex partners, or have had sex with someone who has. You have ever been sexually assaulted You have ever had a sexually transmitted disease or infection.HIV Antibody Test
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Uinta County Public Health provides testing and counseling for HIV, Hepatitis B & C, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia. Please call to make an appointment, and remember ALL testing and counseling is confidential..HIV Antibody Test
West Nile Virus
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Yes, just like every other state across the United States. Wyoming Department of Health is very active in following the mosquitoes and active pools during the summer months. Please check out their website for more information.West Nile Virus
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West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord). West Nile Virus infections generally occur during warm weather months when mosquitoes are active.West Nile Virus
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Anyone can get infected with West Nile Virus; however more severe infections occur in the elderly and those with a weakened immune system. West Nile Virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes get infected with West Nile Virus by feeding on infected birds. There is no evidence that a person can acquire the disease by handling live or dead birds or other infected animals. The virus cannot be spread from person to person.West Nile Virus
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Most people infected with West Nile Virus do not become ill. People with a mild infection may present with fever, headache, eye pain, muscle aches, joint pain, a rash on the trunk, and/or swollen lymph nodes. In severe cases (less than 1% of those infected), symptoms include extreme muscle weakness, inflammation of the brain (encephalitis), paralysis, and coma. In rare cases the infection may be fatal, particularly in the elderly and people with other medical conditions. Symptoms usually occur 5 to 15 days after a West Nile Virus infected mosquito bites a person.West Nile Virus
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Yes. Prior infection with West Nile virus can provide lifelong immunity to the virus.West Nile Virus
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There is no specific treatment for West Nile Virus infection; however a physician may prescribe medications to relieve the symptoms of the illness. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.West Nile Virus
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Preventing mosquito bites will prevent West Nile Virus infection. Personal protective measures such as limiting the time spent outdoors at dawn and dusk or other times mosquitoes are active; wearing long sleeve shirts and long pants when outdoors; using insect repellents (containing DEET) when outdoors; and putting screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquito entry which can serve to reduce or prevent mosquito bites. Reducing mosquito populations will also reduce mosquito bites. In some communities, public funded surveillance and control programs reduce mosquito populations by eliminating mosquito breeding habitat, mosquito larvae, or adults. You can also take measures in your own yard or on your property to eliminate standing water where mosquitoes breed. Sources of standing water include old tires, metal cans, ceramic pots, clogged rain gutters, wading pools, pool covers, or birdbaths.West Nile Virus
Cover your Cough
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Serious respiratory illnesses like influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), whooping cough and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) are spread by: § Coughing or sneezing § Unclean hands These illnesses spread easily in crowded places where people are in close contact.Cover your Cough
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Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue every time you cough or sneeze. Throw the used tissue in a waste basket. If you don’t have a tissue, sneeze or cough into your sleeve. After coughing or sneezing, always clean your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand cleaner. Stay home when you are sick. Do not share eating utensils, drinking glasses, towels or other personal items.Cover your Cough
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Clean your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand cleaner. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, if possible. Get vaccinated! Influenza (flu) and pneumococcal (pneumonia) vaccines can prevent some serious respiratory illnesses.Cover your Cough
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Avoid smoking and keep your home smoke free. Avoid crowded places where germs can be passed among people through the air. Get extra rest – viral infections take 10 to 14 days to resolve. Drink extra fluids – especially water.Cover your Cough
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You may be asked to wear a mask to protect others. Don’t worry if you see staff and other people wearing masks. They are preventing the spread of germs.Cover your Cough
Planning & Zoning
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Planning & Zoning
According to Wyoming State Law 11-31-107, dogs running livestock, wildlife, or posing danger to people against the wish of the property owner may be killed at once in cases where the livestock has been injured or is threatened with injury. The person killing any dog running livestock, wildlife, or posing danger to people, is not liable to the owner where the vicious character of the dog or the damage or danger of damage is shown.
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Planning & Zoning
By federal law, owners of mineral rights have the right to extract the minerals, even if that activity changes “surface characteristics”. It’s important that you know what minerals may be located under your land and who owns the rights to them. Check your deed, and if you don’t understand it, you may want to contact your attorney or other professional to help you.
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Planning & Zoning
A survey of the land is the only way to confirm the location of your property lines.
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Planning & Zoning
Whether you want to construct a single family home, a guest house, to subdivide, to open a store, your plans may require a Zoning Map Amendment, as well as a Driveway Access Permit, a Small Wastewater Permit, a Land Use Certificate or other permit requirements. Check with the Uinta County Planning office to find out what you'll need and when you'll need it.
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Planning & Zoning
Many Subdivisions and planned developments have covenants and design guidelines that limit the use of the property. Find out if there are covenants (either as your realtor or check with the Uinta County Clerk's Office), make sure that you can live with the rules of the subdivision.
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Planning & Zoning
Homeowners and property owners associations often are responsible for the maintenance of roads, utilities and other common elements. Check the subdivision's covenants to learn if an association has that responsibility. Check with your realtor or some of your future neighbors to lean if an association is functioning.
Conditional Use Permits
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Conditional Use Permits
The permit cannot be transferred to another property. The conditions imposed on the permit are based on the circumstances of the site. If one would like to conduct the use at a different location, a new permit will need o be obtained.
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Conditional Use Permits
The Conditional Use Permit takes effect once approved by the Board of County Commissioners. If the use does not commence within one year, the permit is deemed void.
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Conditional Use Permits
Once the application is accepted, County staff will conduct a departmental review. The Planning Department will also take the application before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners.
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Conditional Use Permits
A Conditional Use Permit is not transferable without written consent of the Board on terms and conditions acceptable to the Board, and all conditions of the transferred permit shall be binding on the new permittee.
Subdivisions
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Subdivisions
Subdivision means the creation or division of a lot, tract, parcel or other unit of land for the immediate or future purpose of sale, building development or redevelopment, for residential, recreational, industrial, commercial or public uses. The word “subdivide” or any derivative thereof shall have reference to the term subdivision, including mobile home courts, the creation of which constitutes a subdivision of land. (WSA §18-5-302)
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Subdivisions
- To encourage planned subdivisions by establishing standards for design and improvements and to minimize the loss of productive agricultural land.
- Prevent overcrowding of land and to lessen congestion of streets and highways
- To provide adequate space, light, and air to protect property values.
- To make efficient use of energy and services,
- To safeguard the interests of the public, the property owner and the subdivider.
- Prevention of pollution of land, air, and water resources.
- To ensure equitable processing of all subdivision proposals by establishing uniform procedures and standards.
GIS
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GIS
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is technology in which spatial data in the form on points, lines, and shapes, are linked to database attributes displaying all forms of geographically reference information.
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GIS
GIS allows us to view, understand, question, interpret and visualize data in many ways that reveal relationships, patterns and trends in the form of maps, globes, reports and charts.
A GIS helps you answer questions and solve problems by looking at your data in a way that is quickly understood and easily shared.
SWW or Septic
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SWW or Septic
A septic system is a method of disposing household wastewater in areas where public sewers are not available. The standard type of septic system involves a septic tank, and a system of pipes that distribute the remaining liquid waste underground over a large area (leach Field) where the wastewater percolates through the soil, which helps to clean the water.
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SWW or Septic
The wastewater system is based by the number of bedrooms in the structure, as well as additional criteria. For complete requirement, please schedule an appointment with the Land Planner (307)783-0360.