FAQs • Rawlins, WY • CivicEngage

What is the Mission of Community Development?: The Community Development Department will strive to promote and accommodate growth while preserving the area’s unique natural resources and community values. We are committed to be the most professional and considerate public servants while continuously working to improve the quality of life in Rawlins.

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Community Development

1. What is the Mission of Community Development?: The Community Development Department will strive to promote and accommodate growth while preserving the area’s unique natural resources and community values. We are committed to be the most professional and considerate public servants while continuously working to improve the quality of life in Rawlins.

2. Do I need a Business License?: The City of Rawlins requires a business license for: Auctioneers, Carnival, Circus, Amusement Show, Exhibition, Solid Waste Hauler, Pawn Brokers, Second Hand Dealers, Security Alarm Operators, Security Officers, Taxi-Cab Operators and Taxi-Cab Drivers - contact Deputy City Clerk at 307-328-4500 x1001. For Gaming and Liquor Licenses - contact City Clerk at 328-4500 x1005. Contractors Licenses - contact Community Development at 307-328-4500 x1015. Food Services - contact Kevin Krough at 307-327-5105). The City additionally requires that all Non-Resident Business acquire licenses from City Hall by contacting the Deputy City Clerk at 307-328-4500. Applications can be found on the website www.rawlins-wyoming.com (Applications are located under About Us/City Forms/Applications.)

3. What are your hours?: Mountain Time: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon, and 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Closed for Lunch 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.

4. How do I register as a Contractor?: Call Community Development at 307-328-4500 x1015.

5. How do I schedule an inspection?: Call Community Development at 307-328-4500 x1015.

6. What permits do I need to demolish a home?: To get a building removed requiring permits and additional help you will need to check with Community Development located in City Hall @ 521 W. Cedar Street, phone number 307-328-4500 ext. #1015.

7. How do I get a stop sign installed?: See Rawlins Municipal Code Chapter 10.06.040. The Urban Systems Committee makes recommendations regarding signage. You may contact the Committee by calling Public Works, Cheryl Moore 307-328-4599.

8. How do I get on your Venders list.: To be notified of a Bid/RFP, send your Company information and the product/equipment you sell with the name of your contact person to: City of Rawlins, P.O. Box 953, Rawlins, WY. Attention: (originator of bid) Department. Check the website often for current bid offerings and submit your bids as instructed.

9. Where can I get a copy of the current Planning Commission agenda?: You can get a copy of the current Planning Commission agenda by calling, Community Development (307) 324-4500 x1015