Brady, MT — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Building Codes Program

Street address

P.O. Box 200517, Helena, MT 59602

Phone

(406) 841-2056

buildingcodes@mt.gov

Coverage

Brady is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community. No local municipal building authority; falls under state Building Codes Program jurisdiction. Water and sewer service provided by Brady County Water and Sewer District.

Online portal

Montana EBIZ Portal

Montana EBIZ/eStop

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Brady

Building permits required for all new construction and substantial alterations except exemptions noted below.

Scope of work

Permit?

Farm and ranch buildings

Exempt

Single-family residential homes (fewer than 5 units)

Exempt

Private garages and storage buildings for personal use

Exempt

Mining buildings on mining property

Exempt

Petroleum refineries/pulp mills (except office/shop buildings)

Exempt

Exempt Farm and ranch buildings
Exempt Single-family residential homes (fewer than 5 units)
Exempt Private garages and storage buildings for personal use
Exempt Mining buildings on mining property
Exempt Petroleum refineries/pulp mills (except office/shop buildings)

Note: Electrical and plumbing permits still required for exempt structures

Required documents

Complete construction drawings and plans
Site plan with property lines and setbacks
Building valuation (used for fee calculation)
Proof of property ownership
Engineering reports as required by code
Any required local/county zoning compliance documentation

Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC 2021), as adopted by Montana Department of Labor & Industry. 2024 IBC adoption anticipated mid-2026.

Source: Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Building Codes Program ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 2-3 weeks for plan review if documents complete

01

Prepare complete construction plans, site plan, engineering as appropriate
02

Estimate accurate building valuation
03

Complete Montana Building Permit/Plan Review Application
04

Submit via EBIZ portal, mail, or fax to Building Codes Program
05

State performs plan review (2-3 weeks typical)
06

If revisions needed, resubmit corrected plans
07

Upon approval, building permit issued
08

Schedule inspections with State inspector
09

Conduct work and request inspections at required stages
10

Final inspection approval allows occupancy

Typical processing time: 2-3 weeks for plan review if documents complete

Source: Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Building Codes Program ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Brady building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

35% of building permit fee

Permit fee formula

Building permit: 1-2% of building valuation; Plan review fee: 35% of building permit fee

Both must be paid before permit issuance. Contact State Building Codes Program at (406) 841-2056 for current minimums

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Contact Montana Building Codes Program at (406) 841-2056 or buildingcodes@mt.gov (email)

Typical sequence: Typical inspections: foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical, final. Work must not proceed past inspected stage until approved. All inspections must be complete before occupancy.

Source: Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Building Codes Program ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Brady permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Brady, MT? ▸

Building permits required for all new construction and substantial alterations except exemptions noted below.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Brady, MT? ▸

Building permit fees in Brady, MT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Building permit: 1-2% of building valuation; Plan review fee: 35% of building permit fee. Plan check fee: 35% of building permit fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Brady, MT? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Brady, MT, follow these steps: 1. Prepare complete construction plans, site plan, engineering as appropriate 2. Estimate accurate building valuation 3. Complete Montana Building Permit/Plan Review Application 4. Submit via EBIZ portal, mail, or fax to Building Codes Program 5. State performs plan review (2-3 weeks typical) 6. If revisions needed, resubmit corrected plans 7. Upon approval, building permit issued 8. Schedule inspections with State inspector 9. Conduct work and request inspections at required stages 10. Final inspection approval allows occupancy

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

Building permit processing times in Brady, MT typically run 2-3 weeks for plan review if documents complete. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Brady, MT? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Brady, MT. The following work is generally exempt: Farm and ranch buildings; Single-family residential homes (fewer than 5 units); Private garages and storage buildings for personal use; Mining buildings on mining property; Petroleum refineries/pulp mills (except office/shop buildings). Note: Electrical and plumbing permits still required for exempt structures When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Brady, MT? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Brady, MT via: Contact Montana Building Codes Program at (406) 841-2056 or buildingcodes@mt.gov.

last verified March 2026 source Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Building Codes Program ↗ entry id permits/montana/pondera/brady

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Building Codes Program before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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