Belgrade building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Belgrade, Montana.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 91 East Central Avenue, Belgrade, MT 59714
- Phone
- (406) 388-3564
- Office hours
- Community & Economic Development public counter, 91 E. Central Ave., Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Permits and Licensing Division: 406-388-3560). Building Department general line: 406-388-3760. Chief Building Official Lucas Sobeck: 406-388-3564.
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- Inspections must be scheduled by phone (406-388-3560) or email (mjohnson@belgrademt.gov) only, by 3:00 PM for next-day service; inspectors will not pre-schedule future inspections. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction, ADU, Addition, Remodel))
- Inspections must be scheduled by phone (406-388-3560) or email (mjohnson@belgrademt.gov) only, with a 3:00 PM cutoff for next-day service; inspectors do not pre-schedule future inspections, and photographs are never accepted in lieu of a re-inspection. (General)
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit & Fire Plan Review
- 1
Concrete (Footings, Foundation Walls, Slabs, Columns, CMU, Elevator Shaft)
Before concrete pour — includes elevator shaft footings and walls for commercial projects
- 2
Building (Shear Walls, Rough Framing, Roof Dry-In, Insulation, Suspended Ceiling Grid, Above-Ceiling MEPF, Anchoring)
Structural and above-ceiling mechanical/electrical/plumbing/fire rough-in
- 3
Fire (Fire Walls, Draft Stopping, Penetrations, Alarms/Detectors, Sprinkler Piping/Heads, Fire Riser Flow Test)
Fire-rated construction and fire suppression/detection systems, now inspected directly by the City's Building Department
- 4
Swimming Pool (if applicable): Pool Structure, Bonding/Grounding, Equipment Room, Lighting Wiring, Pool Plumbing, Main Drain Grate
For commercial pools — Belgrade is DLI-certified for swimming pool (SP) permitting
- 5
Final (Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, Fire)
All systems complete and signed off before Certificate of Occupancy is issued
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction, ADU, Addition, Remodel)
- 1
Concrete (Footings, Foundation Walls, Damp Proofing, Slabs, CMU)
Before concrete pour — footings, foundation walls, damp proofing, structural slabs, structural CMU
- 2
Building (Shear Walls, Rough Framing, Roof Dry-In, Insulation, Sheet Rock Screws)
Structural framing, shear walls, roof dry-in, insulation, and sheet rock screw pattern
- 3
Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical Rough-In
Underground/building waste/vent/water piping; temporary meter pole and building electrical rough-in; ductwork, exhaust fans, building gas lines, and gas meter bar
- 4
Final (Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical)
All systems complete; Air Test (blower door) results and Energy Sticker submitted before occupancy is granted
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Underground Piping
Before concrete pour or backfill — verify pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts
- 2
Building Waste, Vent, and Water Lines Piping
Rough-in inspection after pipes installed, before walls closed
- 3
Plumbing Final
All fixtures connected, water heater and expansion tank verified, cleanouts exposed, no leaks
Applies to: Change of Use / Change of Occupancy Permit
- 1
Final Occupancy Inspection
Building Department verification that life-safety, egress, and use-specific code requirements for the new occupancy classification are met before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued
- 2
Site Improvements Verification (Public Works)
Public Works confirms required site improvements (utilities, drainage, parking, ADA access, etc.) are complete; required before the City issues a Certificate of Occupancy, per the City's Master Fee Schedule
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough-In (Temporary Meter Pole, Building Rough-In, Early Permanent Service)
Wiring, box placement, and service connections before walls are closed
- 2
Electrical Final
Devices installed, panel labeled, protections verified per 2020 NEC
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit
- 1
Required Inspections
CVFD-conducted inspection(s) during installation; billed as part of the flat or hourly system fee ('plan review, required inspections, and acceptance testing') rather than itemized as separate named stages on CVFD's published fee schedule
- 2
Final Acceptance Testing
Final acceptance test of the completed sprinkler or alarm system, verified by Central Valley Fire District before the system is approved for service; a failed test triggers a $100 re-inspection fee
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough-In (Ductwork, Exhaust Fans, Building Gas Lines, Gas Meter Bar)
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls closed; gas piping verified before concealment
- 2
Mechanical Final
Equipment operational; exhaust vents, combustion air, and clearances verified
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Electrical Rough-In
Conduit runs, wire sizing, neutral-ground bonding, and disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Electrical Final
Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, production meter, and interconnection point verified
Re-inspection fees
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
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