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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Malta
Building permits required for new building construction, additions and alterations to existing structures, repairs affecting structural integrity or safety systems, and change of occupancy
Repair and maintenance of existing structures (no structural changes)
Interior finishing (painting, wallpapering, flooring)
Roof coating
Window and door replacement (in-kind)
- Exempt Repair and maintenance of existing structures (no structural changes)
- Exempt Interior finishing (painting, wallpapering, flooring)
- Exempt Roof coating
- Exempt Window and door replacement (in-kind)
Note: Local exemptions may differ from state; verify with city
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Site plan showing property lines, setbacks, location of structure
- Floor plans and elevations
- Structural plans (if applicable)
- Electrical, plumbing, mechanical plans (for specialized work)
- Proof of property ownership or authorization
- Building code
- Montana 2021 codes (IRC, IBC, etc.) are baseline; Malta may adopt additional local amendments. Contact city for specific adopted code edition.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Contact Malta City Hall at (406) 654-1251 for building permit requirements and application forms
- 02 Prepare construction plans and specifications per Malta City Code requirements (Chapter 150)
- 03 Complete building permit application form
- 04 Submit application, plans, and fees to City Hall
- 05 Plans reviewed by city building inspector
- 06 Receive building permit once approved
- 07 Display permit on job site
- 08 Schedule required inspections through city (minimum notice per city requirements)
- 09 Pass all required inspections
- 10 Obtain Certificate of Occupancy or Compliance
§ 04
Fee schedule
Malta building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Varies; obtain from city office
Fee schedule not publicly available; obtained directly from city
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: Foundation/footing, Framing/rough-ins, Insulation/energy, Final inspection
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Malta permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Malta, MT? ▸
Building permits required for new building construction, additions and alterations to existing structures, repairs affecting structural integrity or safety systems, and change of occupancy
02 How much does a building permit cost in Malta, MT? ▸
Building permit fees in Malta, MT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Varies; obtain from city office.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Malta, MT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Malta, MT, follow these steps: 1. Contact Malta City Hall at (406) 654-1251 for building permit requirements and application forms 2. Prepare construction plans and specifications per Malta City Code requirements (Chapter 150) 3. Complete building permit application form 4. Submit application, plans, and fees to City Hall 5. Plans reviewed by city building inspector 6. Receive building permit once approved 7. Display permit on job site 8. Schedule required inspections through city (minimum notice per city requirements) 9. Pass all required inspections 10. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy or Compliance
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Malta, MT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Malta, MT. The following work is generally exempt: Repair and maintenance of existing structures (no structural changes); Interior finishing (painting, wallpapering, flooring); Roof coating; Window and door replacement (in-kind). Note: Local exemptions may differ from state; verify with city When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified March 2026
source City of Malta Building Department / City Hall ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Malta Building Department / City Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.