Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit in Missoula, Montana
VerifiedRequired for rooftop or ground-mount solar PV installations on residential properties within Missoula city limits. An electrical permit is mandatory for all solar systems, billed at the same flat 'Solar Installation permit' fee. Apply through Accela Citizen Access, describing the project as a rooftop or ground-mount solar installation.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
When you need this permit
- Electrical permit required for all solar systems — apply online through the Citizen Access Portal
- Describe the project in the application as a 'rooftop solar installation' or 'ground mount solar installation'
- Solar work is classified as a change or service upgrade for permitting purposes
- Solar Application Requirements and Inspection Procedures document (2025 version, referencing the 2021 IRC) governs submittal and inspection standards
Required documents
- Required
Electrical/Building Permit Application (Accela Citizen Access)
Submitted online, describing scope as rooftop or ground-mount solar installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Installation permit flat fee | $100.00 | City of Missoula FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule (Resolution 8887), Section A.2 — up from $96.00 in FY25 |
Review timeline
~2–3 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Missoula building department
Inspection process
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Final
Panel mounting, electrical connections, and interconnection point verified
Tips
- An electrical permit is mandatory for all solar systems in Missoula — there is no separate 'building-only' solar permit path.
- Use the exact phrase 'rooftop solar installation' or 'ground mount solar installation' in the Accela project description field to route the application correctly.
- Contact the Building Division (BLDG@ci.missoula.mt.us) for non-solar clean energy system requirements, which are handled case by case.
Frequently asked questions
- What permit do I need for solar panels in Missoula?
- An electrical permit is required for all solar installations. Apply online through Accela Citizen Access and describe the project as a rooftop or ground-mount solar installation. The flat fee is $100.00 for FY26 per the City of Missoula Building-MEP Fee Schedule.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.
- City of Missoula Development Services — Building Division (Community Planning, Development & Innovation) — official building department
- Clean Energy Permits (Solar) | City of Missoula
- FY26 Building-MEP Fee Schedule PDF (Resolution 8887)
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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