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Residential Electrical Permit in Missoula, Montana

Required for electrical installations, service upgrades, and rewiring in single-family, duplex, and multi-family dwellings within Missoula city limits. Governed by the 2020 NEC as amended by the State of Montana. Montana homeowners may self-perform electrical work on their own residence under a State Homeowner's Electrical Permit.

Verified 2026-07-02 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Apply online through Accela Citizen Access
  • New service, service upgrades, rewiring, and branch circuit additions all require an electrical permit
  • Work must comply with the 2020 NEC as amended by the State of Montana
  • Montana homeowners may wire their own home, garage, and premises via a State Homeowner's Electrical Permit issued by the Montana DLI Business Standards Division, without holding an electrician's license

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Fee schedule

Single-Family Dwelling — new construction 100 to 300 Amp serviceCity of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule (Resolution 8887), Section D.1.a
$361.00
Single-Family Dwelling — new construction 301+ Amp serviceCity of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.1.b
$560.00
Single-Family Dwelling — new addition to, remodel or interior rewire of existingCity of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.1.c
$110.00
Single-Family Dwelling — change or upgrade service (meter and/or breaker panel)City of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.1.d
$69.00
Duplex — new construction, any capacity serviceCity of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.2.a
$501.00
Multi-Family Dwelling (3–12 units) — new construction, any capacity serviceCity of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.3.a
$278.00
Detached Residential Accessory Building — new construction/existing unwired, up to 200 AmpCity of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.4.a
$110.00
Commercial, Non-Residential and Other — project cost $0 to $500City of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, Section D.7.a
$84.00

Review timeline

Plan reviewMissoula’s published plan-review target
2–3 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough-In

    After wiring installed, before wall cover

  2. 2

    Final

    Devices, panel labeling, and protection verified per 2020 NEC

See the full Missoula inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Montana homeowners may pull a State Homeowner's Electrical Permit through the Montana DLI Business Standards Division to self-perform wiring on their own home/garage/premises without an electrician's license (work must still pass City inspection). Owner-builder
  • Electrical-only permits generally fall into the 'no plan review required' track, typically processed in 2–3 business days.
  • Miscellaneous residential wiring under $50 in labor/materials has its own flat fee ($43.00 for FY26) distinct from addition/remodel/rewire fees.

Frequently asked questions

Missoula requires a residential electrical permit for: Apply online through Accela Citizen Access; New service, service upgrades, rewiring, and branch circuit additions all require an electrical permit; Work must comply with the 2020 NEC as amended by the State of Montana; Montana homeowners may wire their own home, garage, and premises via a State Homeowner's Electrical Permit issued by the Montana DLI Business Standards Division, without holding an electrician's license. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Missoula Development Services — Building Division (Community Planning, Development & Innovation) at (406) 552-6630 before starting work.

For new construction with 100–300 Amp service, $361.00; for 301+ Amp service, $560.00 (City of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule, effective Jan 1–Dec 31, 2026).

Missoula's published plan-review target for a residential electrical permit is 2–3 business days.

You'll need: Electrical Permit Application (Accela Citizen Access). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Missoula requires 2 inspection(s) for a residential electrical permit, in order: Rough-In, Final. Schedule each through City of Missoula Development Services — Building Division (Community Planning, Development & Innovation) ((406) 552-6630).

Apply through City of Missoula Development Services — Building Division (Community Planning, Development & Innovation) at 435 Ryman St., Missoula, MT 59802. Phone: (406) 552-6630, email: BLDG@ci.missoula.mt.us. Office hours: Permit/application questions: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, (406) 552-6060, coordinators@ci.missoula.mt.us. Building code questions: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, (406) 552-6630, BLDG@ci.missoula.mt.us. Inspection scheduling: (406) 552-6040 or text (888) 413-4439.. Official information: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3202/Building-Division.

Missoula, Montana has adopted: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective in Missoula September 1, 2022 per Missoula Municipal Code (MMC) 15.04.010; 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) — as amended by the State of Montana; effective September 1, 2022 per MMC 15.04.010; 2021 Wildland Urban Interface Code — statewide adoption by the Montana Building Codes Bureau, Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM) Title 24, Chapter 301. Local amendments apply — see the Missoula overview page for the full list.

Yes. Montana allows homeowners to wire their own home, garage, and premises under a State Homeowner's Electrical Permit issued by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division, without holding an electrician's license. A City of Missoula electrical permit and inspection are still required.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Missoula building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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