Anaconda-Deer Lodge building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Anaconda-Deer Lodge, Montana.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- ADLC Courthouse, First Floor, 800 Main Street, Anaconda, MT 59711 (local Building permits); Building Codes Bureau, PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517 (state electrical/plumbing/mechanical permits)
- Phone
- (406) 563-4010 (Planning Dept, local Building permits) / (406) 563-4011 (Greg Bahr, Building Inspector) / (406) 841-2056 (State Building Codes Bureau — electrical, plumbing, mechanical)
- Office hours
- Not published on the ADLC Planning Department page; contact (406) 563-4010
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- A plumbing inspection must be requested and conducted before any plumbing work is covered (Plumbing Permit)
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Gas Piping Pressure Test
Required before concealing gas piping; 48 hours' notice required
- 2
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls closed
- 3
Final
Equipment operational, combustion air and venting verified
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
- 1
Foundation / Concrete
24-hour advance notice required for all inspections, including concrete pours, per the ADLC Building Permit Application
- 2
Framing
Per the inspection check sheet issued with the permit
- 3
Final
Final inspection per the inspection check sheet issued with the permit
Applies to: Change of Use / Occupancy Permit
- 1
Building Inspector Compliance Check
ADLC Building Inspector (Greg Bahr) confirms compliance as part of the Business License sign-off; required before a license (and therefore occupancy) is granted
- 2
Code Enforcement / Sanitarian Compliance Check
ADLC Code Enforcement Officer (Vern Tuss) and, where applicable (food service, septic, water), the Tri-County Sanitarian's Office sign off on compliance as part of the same Business License Application
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Must be requested with 48 hours' notice before covering up work
- 2
Final
All devices installed, panel labeled, system energized; requires 48 hours' notice
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Must be requested with 48 hours' notice before covering up work
- 2
Final
Charger installed, circuit verified, unit energized; requires 48 hours' notice
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Must be requested and conducted before covering any portion of plumbing work
- 2
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Framing / Structural
Per the inspection check sheet issued with the permit; 24-hour advance notice required
- 2
Final
Final inspection per the inspection check sheet issued with the permit
Applies to: Solar PV / Alternative Energy Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing; 48 hours' notice required
- 2
Final
Panel connections, interconnection point, and system operation verified
Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) / Fire Alarm Permit
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.
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