Glacier County, MT — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Blackfeet Nation Tribal Government

Street address

Blackfeet Tribal Business Council, P.O. Box 850, 640 All Chiefs Road, Browning, MT 59417

Phone

(406) 338-7521 or (406) 338-7522

Coverage

CRITICAL JURISDICTIONAL NOTE: Browning is located on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. Tribal land is outside county/state jurisdiction for building permits. Building permits and construction requirements are governed by Blackfeet Tribe tribal codes, not state or county codes. Incorporated city limits may have different rules—verify specific property location within tribal vs. municipal jurisdiction.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Glacier County

Building permits required for construction and fill projects in wetlands, riparian areas, and streams on reservation; Aquatic Lands Protection Ordinance (Ordinance 117) applies

Note: Not specified in available documents for tribal jurisdiction; recommend contacting tribal government for exemption information

Required documents

ALPO permit application
Filing fee
Legal description
Site location map
Project drawing/sketch showing existing structures and proposed work

Building code: Tribal codes and ordinances (2021 ICC codes status for tribal jurisdiction unclear; recommend verification with tribe)

Source: Blackfeet Nation Tribal Government ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 60 calendar days for ALPO permits; general building permit timeline not specified

01

Obtain Blackfeet Tribal Business License from Blackfeet Revenue Office (required for all business activity on reservation)
02

For aquatic lands/wetlands/riparian projects: Apply for Aquatic Lands Protection Ordinance (ALPO) permit from Blackfeet Environmental Office
03

Submit ALPO permit application with filing fee, legal property description, site map, and project drawings/sketches
04

Blackfeet Environmental Office Director reviews and issues decision within 60 calendar days
05

Do not begin work until permit issued
06

For general building/construction: Contact tribal departments for specific requirements and processes

Typical processing time: 60 calendar days for ALPO permits; general building permit timeline not specified

Source: Blackfeet Nation Tribal Government ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Glacier County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

ALPO permit application requires filing fee (amount not specified in available documents)

Permit fee formula

Fee structure not publicly available; contact tribe for details

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Typical sequence: Inspection procedures for tribal jurisdiction not specified in available documents

Source: Blackfeet Nation Tribal Government ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Glacier County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Glacier County, MT? ▸

Building permits required for construction and fill projects in wetlands, riparian areas, and streams on reservation; Aquatic Lands Protection Ordinance (Ordinance 117) applies

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Glacier County, MT? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Glacier County, MT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is ALPO permit application requires filing fee (amount not specified in available documents). Fees are calculated as: Fee structure not publicly available; contact tribe for details.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Glacier County, MT? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Glacier County, MT, follow these steps: 1. Obtain Blackfeet Tribal Business License from Blackfeet Revenue Office (required for all business activity on reservation) 2. For aquatic lands/wetlands/riparian projects: Apply for Aquatic Lands Protection Ordinance (ALPO) permit from Blackfeet Environmental Office 3. Submit ALPO permit application with filing fee, legal property description, site map, and project drawings/sketches 4. Blackfeet Environmental Office Director reviews and issues decision within 60 calendar days 5. Do not begin work until permit issued 6. For general building/construction: Contact tribal departments for specific requirements and processes

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Glacier County, MT? ▸

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Glacier County, MT typically run 60 calendar days for ALPO permits; general building permit timeline not specified. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

last verified March 2026 source Blackfeet Nation Tribal Government ↗ entry id permits/montana/glacier/browning

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Blackfeet Nation Tribal Government before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated Glacier County