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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Absarokee
New buildings, alterations, additions, repairs; separate permits for electrical, plumbing, mechanical
Farm and ranch buildings
Mining buildings on mining property
Petroleum refineries and pulp/paper mills (except office/shop)
Residential buildings less than 5 dwelling units (except transient)
Private garages and storage for owner use
- Exempt Farm and ranch buildings
- Exempt Mining buildings on mining property
- Exempt Petroleum refineries and pulp/paper mills (except office/shop)
- Exempt Residential buildings less than 5 dwelling units (except transient)
- Exempt Private garages and storage for owner use
Note: City-specific exemptions may apply
Required documents
- Building plans
- Building Permit/Plan Review Application
- Proof of ownership
- Building code
- Montana 2021 (International Building Code 2021), effective September 2024
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Application process
Typical processing: Typically 3 weeks for plan review
- 01 Contact Josh Helmuth (Building Inspector, 406-439-3654) or state program
- 02 Prepare Building Permit/Plan Review Application and construction plans
- 03 Submit via EBIZ.MT.GOV or directly to Montana Building Codes Program
- 04 Plan review by Chad Sutter (typically 3 weeks)
- 05 Obtain permit and begin work once approved
Typical processing time: Typically 3 weeks for plan review
§ 04
Fee schedule
Absarokee building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
State fees $5-$15 per $1,000 of project valuation; city fees (if any) require direct inquiry
Fee schedule not separately published
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact Josh Helmuth (Building Inspector) (phone)
- Contact state program (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 hours minimum notice
Typical sequence: Underground rough-in, above-ground rough-in, final; contact Josh Helmuth or state program. Local building inspector available; electrical/boiler by Bill Sharp.
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Absarokee permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Absarokee, MT? ▸
New buildings, alterations, additions, repairs; separate permits for electrical, plumbing, mechanical
02 How much does a building permit cost in Absarokee, MT? ▸
Building permit fees in Absarokee, MT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: State fees $5-$15 per $1,000 of project valuation; city fees (if any) require direct inquiry.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Absarokee, MT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Absarokee, MT, follow these steps: 1. Contact Josh Helmuth (Building Inspector, 406-439-3654) or state program 2. Prepare Building Permit/Plan Review Application and construction plans 3. Submit via EBIZ.MT.GOV or directly to Montana Building Codes Program 4. Plan review by Chad Sutter (typically 3 weeks) 5. Obtain permit and begin work once approved
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Absarokee, MT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Absarokee, MT typically run Typically 3 weeks for plan review. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Absarokee, MT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Absarokee, MT. The following work is generally exempt: Farm and ranch buildings; Mining buildings on mining property; Petroleum refineries and pulp/paper mills (except office/shop); Residential buildings less than 5 dwelling units (except transient); Private garages and storage for owner use. Note: City-specific exemptions may apply When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Absarokee, MT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Absarokee, MT via: Contact Josh Helmuth (Building Inspector), Contact state program. 24 hours minimum notice.
last verified March 2026
source City of Absarokee Building/Planning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Absarokee Building/Planning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.