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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Manhattan
A permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, and accessory structures within Manhattan town limits. Contact the Town Office for specifics.
- Exempt Routine maintenance
- Exempt Painting
- Exempt Minor repairs not affecting structural or safety elements
Note: Not confirmed for Manhattan specifically. Follows state and adopted code exemptions. Contact Building Official at 406-595-9300 for the specific list.
- Site plan
- Floor plans
- Construction drawings
- Building code
- Not confirmed for Manhattan specifically. State-adopted 2021 IBC and 2021 IRC with Montana amendments are the baseline. Confirm local adoptions with Town Office.
- Permit validity
- Contact 406-284-3235 for permit expiration details.
- Owner-builder
- Contact Building Official at 406-595-9300 for owner-builder specific requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- State Construction Contractor Registration required (Montana DLI). Local business license requirements: confirm with Town Office.
Application process
Typical processing: Not confirmed. Contact 406-284-3235 for current timelines.
- 01 Contact the Town Office at 406-284-3235 or Building Official Brandon Yung at 406-595-9300 to confirm project permit requirements.
- 02 Obtain permit application forms from Town Hall or the forms page.
- 03 Submit completed application with required plans and documents to the Town Office.
- 04 Staff and/or Building Official reviews plans for zoning and building code compliance.
- 05 Pay permit fees.
- 06 Permit is issued. Post permit and approved plans on site.
- 07 Schedule inspections with the Building Official as work progresses.
- 08 Pass all required inspections and receive final approval.
Typical processing time: Not confirmed. Contact 406-284-3235 for current timelines.
Fee schedule
Manhattan building permit fees
In person at Town Hall. Cash or check likely accepted. Confirm with Town Office.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 406-595-9300 (Building Official) (phone)
- byung.town@gmail.com (email)
- Scheduling deadline
- Contact Building Official to schedule.
- Inspection hours
- Town Hall office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. Confirm inspection scheduling windows with Building Official.
- Time windows
- Contact Building Official for available inspection windows.
Typical sequence: Follows adopted code requirements. Contact Building Official for the specific inspection sequence required for your project type.
Contact Building Official regarding remote inspection availability.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Manhattan permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Manhattan, MT? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Manhattan, MT? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Manhattan, MT? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Manhattan, MT? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Manhattan, MT? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Manhattan, MT? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Manhattan Building and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.