Missoula building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Missoula, Montana.

Verified 2026-07-02 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 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.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

Rough mechanical, electrical, and plumbing inspections must pass BEFORE a framing inspection can be scheduled. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
Schedule inspections by 4:00 PM the day before, via phone (406-552-6040), text (888-413-4439), or the online portal; work must be ready for inspection by 7:00 AM. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
Rough mechanical, electrical, and plumbing inspections must all pass BEFORE a framing inspection can be scheduled on new residential construction. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Footing and Foundation
Before concrete pour
2
Framing/Structural
Requires rough mechanical, electrical, and plumbing inspections to be completed and passed first
3
Mechanical (Rough)
Ductwork and equipment rough-in before wall cover; must pass before framing inspection
4
Plumbing (Rough)
Pipe rough-in before wall cover; must pass before framing inspection
5
Electrical (Rough)
Wiring rough-in before wall cover; must pass before framing inspection
6
Insulation
Before drywall installation
7
Drywall (fire-rated walls)
Verification of fire-rated assemblies before finish
8
Roofing
Roof covering installation
9
Siding
Exterior siding installation
10
Final
Required on all permits; all work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

1
Footing and Foundation
Before concrete pour (detached ADU)
2
Framing/Structural
Structural framing, egress, fire separation
3
MEP Rough-In
Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before wall cover
4
Final
All work complete, ready for occupancy

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit

1
Framing/Structural
After framing complete, before wall cover
2
MEP Rough-In
Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before wall cover; separate trade permits required
3
Final
Required on all permits

Applies to: Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Gas Piping Pressure Test
Required before concealing gas piping
2
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment before wall cover
3
Final
Equipment operational, venting and combustion air verified

Applies to: Change-of-Use Permit / Certificate of Occupancy

1
Final Building Inspection
Verifies the changed occupancy/use complies with adopted building codes; required before a Certificate of Occupancy can be requested
2
Fire Final Inspection (Commercial Only)
Commercial properties must pass a final fire inspection before CO issuance; schedule using inspection code 191. Residential properties do not require this inspection.

Applies to: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Permit

1
Rough-In
New wiring/circuit inspected before wall cover, if applicable
2
Final
Charger circuit, disconnect, and connections verified per 2020 NEC

Applies to: Fire Alarm System Permit

1
Alarm Rough-In / Wiring
Device and wiring rough-in inspected before concealment
2
Fire Alarm Final
System tested and verified operational, including device activation and monitoring-company connection; required before Certificate of Occupancy issuance

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler System Permit

1
Sprinkler Rough-In / Cover
Piping and system components inspected before concealment
2
Fire Sprinkler Final
System tested and verified operational; required before Certificate of Occupancy issuance

Applies to: Residential Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
After wiring installed, before wall cover
2
Final
Devices, panel labeling, and protection verified per 2020 NEC

Applies to: Residential Plumbing Permit

1
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before wall cover
2
Final
Fixtures connected, no leaks, venting verified

Applies to: Residential Re-Roof Permit

1
Dry-In
After tear-off and underlayment installation; verifies correct underlayment, ice dam membrane, and drip edge installation
2
Final
Verifies correct roofing material installation, penetration flashing, and roof-to-wall junctures

Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing
2
Final
Panel mounting, electrical connections, and interconnection point verified

Final inspection only: Sign Permit

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.

Missoula building permits

Missoula building permits Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit Change-of-Use Permit / Certificate of Occupancy Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Permit Fire Alarm System Permit Fire Sprinkler System Permit Residential Electrical Permit Residential Plumbing Permit Residential Re-Roof Permit Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit Sign Permit

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