Landscaping Rules in Wyoming (2026)
10 rules on the books across Wyoming, 2 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Tree Trimming
Rules about trimming trees that overhang sidewalks, streets, or neighboring properties, and when you need permission to prune city trees.
Casper
Some RestrictionsCasper Municipal Code § 12.32.170 requires property owners to trim overhanging branches to a clear height of fifteen…
Read full rule →Cheyenne
Some RestrictionsCheyenne property owners must keep abutting trees trimmed to 14 feet over streets and alleys and 8 feet over sidewalks…
Read full rule →Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
Permit requirements for removing trees on private property, protected and significant tree thresholds, replacement planting standards, and the penalties for unpermitted removal.
Casper
Significant RestrictionsCasper Municipal Code § 12.32.080 requires a written permit from the parks and recreation director before anyone…
Read full rule →Cheyenne
Significant RestrictionsCheyenne requires a written permit from the city forester before anyone cuts, removes or destroys a tree in a street…
Read full rule →Weed Ordinances
Requirements to keep weeds and grass below a set height, the numeric limits (commonly 8 to 12 inches), abatement notices, and the liens cities can place after mowing it themselves.
Wyoming: statewide
StatewideSome RestrictionsThe Wyoming Weed and Pest Control Act establishes a uniform statewide system of county weed and pest districts that…
Read full rule →Casper
Some RestrictionsCasper caps grass and other lawful vegetation at eight inches on every lot in the city, citing fire prevention and…
Read full rule →Cheyenne
Some RestrictionsCheyenne caps grass, weeds, and other rank vegetation at six inches on any lot outside the traveled roadway, with…
Read full rule →Water Restrictions
Watering schedules, drought restrictions, and limits on outdoor irrigation including which days and times you can water your lawn.
Wyoming: statewide
StatewideSome RestrictionsWyoming's Constitution declares all natural waters property of the state, and Title 41 vests administration in the…
Read full rule →Casper
Significant RestrictionsDuring a declared water emergency, Casper's mayor can restrict irrigation under Municipal Code Sec. 13.16.040: limiting…
Read full rule →Composting
Rules for backyard composting bins and piles plus curbside organics, bin requirements, allowed materials, setbacks, pest control, and any mandated diversion programs.