Laramie sits at 7,165 feet on the Laramie Plains in Albany County, making it one of the highest-elevation cities in the country and home to the University of Wyoming — the state’s only four-year university. The altitude and open plains position make Laramie’s climate extraordinary even by Wyoming standards: the city regularly records some of the highest sustained wind speeds of any American city, with gusts that frequently exceed 60 mph and that have made Laramie infamous among residents for the structural demands they impose on everything from roofs to fences. At this elevation the frost line runs deep, UV radiation is intense, and the temperature swings between seasons are dramatic — all of which makes material selection and installation technique far more consequential here than in lower-elevation markets.
Find a Fence Company Near You, Enter Zip Below.
 |
Lodgepole Products Co |
||
| Address: | 145 Sand Creek Rd, Laramie, WY 82070 | ||
| Phone #: | (307) 742-6992 | ||
| Website: | http://lodgepoleproducts.com | ||
Laramie Zoning & Permit Guide
City of Laramie: The Laramie Planning and Building Services Department requires a permit for most permanent fence installations within city limits. Standard residential zoning allows rear and side yard fences up to 6 feet and front yard fences up to 4 feet.
Albany County Rural Properties: Properties outside Laramie city limits in unincorporated Albany County fall under county jurisdiction. Contact the Albany County Planning Office for applicable regulations on rural properties. See our FAQ on fence permit requirements.
Extreme Wind: Laramie is one of the windiest cities in America — sustained gusts above 60 mph are not unusual. This is not a hyperbole; it directly affects how fences must be built here. Ask your contractor specifically about post depth, concrete footing diameter, panel bracing, and gate hardware rated for extreme wind. Anything less than an overbuilt installation will not survive a Laramie winter.
High Elevation UV and Frost: At 7,165 feet, UV degradation of materials is accelerated and the frost line runs deep. UV-stabilized vinyl or powder-coated aluminum will significantly outlast standard wood in this high-altitude environment.
Pool Safety: Wyoming pool barrier requirements mandate a minimum 48-inch (4-foot) enclosure with self-closing, self-latching gates. Learn more about making your fence pool code compliant.
Utilities: Wyoming law requires calling Wyoming 811 at least two working days before any digging begins.