Daycare / Child Care Center Permit Requirements in Cheyenne, WY

Complete permit and license guide for starting a daycare / child care center in Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming.

$500 -- $2000 8–16 weeks to obtain all licenses and pass inspections 6 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Cheyenne / Laramie County Requirements

3 requirements
1

Wyoming Department of Family Services — Child Care Facility License

Child care centers in Wyoming must be licensed by the Wyoming DFS. Requires background checks, health and fire safety inspections, and staff-to-child ratio compliance.

$50–$1506–12 weeks
Official government source
2

City of Cheyenne City Clerk — Business License

Cheyenne requires a Business License for regulated businesses operating within city limits. The City Clerk processes license applications and annual renewals. This license must be renewed annually and displayed at your place of business.

$50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues1–3 weeks
Official government source
3

Laramie County / Cheyenne Building and Fire Safety Inspection

Child care centers must pass building inspections for safety, ADA accessibility, fire suppression, and appropriate child-proofing standards.

$100–$3002–6 weeks
Official government source

Wyoming State Requirements

2 requirements
1

Wyoming Department of Revenue — Sales Tax License

Required for all businesses selling taxable goods or services in Wyoming. Wyoming charges a 4% state sales tax; counties may add up to 2% and optional resort taxes may apply. Register with the Wyoming Department of Revenue online.

FreeImmediate (online)
Official government source
2

Wyoming Background Check Requirement

All staff, volunteers, and household members (for family daycares) in Wyoming child care facilities must undergo criminal background checks through the state and FBI.

$25–$75 per person1–4 weeks
Official government source

Federal Requirements

1 requirement
1

EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

FreeImmediate (online application)
Official government source

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