Conrad building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 413 South Main Street, Conrad, MT 59425-2337
Phone: (406) 271-5821
Email: office@cityofconrad.com
Office hours: City Hall: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Building Inspector Keith Thaut should be called directly at (406) 271-5821 before construction begins so inspections can be scheduled; approval times from the Building Inspector may vary. Building & Zoning general line (406) 271-3623, fax (406) 271-5602.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

Call Building Inspector Keith Thaut directly at (406) 271-5821 before construction begins so inspections can be scheduled; the City's own checklist notes approval times may vary. (Zoning and Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Alteration / Repair))
Call Building Inspector Keith Thaut at (406) 271-5821 before construction begins so inspections can be scheduled; approval times may vary (Zoning and Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Alteration / Repair))

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Zoning and Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Alteration / Repair)

1
Footing
Required before concrete pour, per City Code 4-1-4.A. Request must be made 72 hours in advance.
2
Foundation Wall
Per City Code 4-1-4.B.
3
Concrete Slab
Per City Code 4-1-4.C.
4
Under Floor (Crawl Space)
Per City Code 4-1-4.D.
5
Frame
Walls, trusses, rafters, floor, etc., per City Code 4-1-4.E.
6
Energy Efficiency
Insulation, glazing, etc., per City Code 4-1-4.F.
7
Wall Board
Per City Code 4-1-4.G.
8
Final
Issue certificate of occupancy, per City Code 4-1-4.H, conducted in accordance with the International Building Code.

Applies to: Accessory Structure Permit (Deck, Storage Shed, Garage)

1
Footing
Required before concrete pour for deck posts or garage foundations, per City Code 4-1-4.A
2
Frame
Structural framing per City Code 4-1-4.E
3
Final
Final inspection per City Code 4-1-4.H

Applies to: Re-Roof / Re-Side Permit

1
Reroof/Re-side — Tear Off
Inspection at tear-off stage, per City Code 4-1-4.I
2
Reroof/Re-side — In Progress
Inspection during re-roof/re-side work in progress, per City Code 4-1-4.I
3
Reroof/Re-side — Final
Final inspection of completed re-roof/re-side work, per City Code 4-1-4.I

Applies to: Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit (State-Issued Electrical Permit)

1
Rough-In (if new circuit run before concealment)
Conduit/wiring for the new charger circuit before covering
2
Final
Charger installed, circuit verified, system energized

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Approval (Building Permit Special Approval)

1
Fire Dept. Special Approval
Fire Department review/sign-off tracked as one of the Special Approvals (Required/Received/Not Required) on the Zoning and Building Permit Application before permit issuance, per the City's own application form
2
Final
Final inspection issues the certificate of occupancy per City Code 4-1-4.H and is conducted in accordance with the International Building Code, which includes verification of any required fire protection systems

Applies to: Solar PV / Alternative Energy Permit (State-Issued)

1
Rough-In (Electrical)
Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before covering/energizing; must be requested with 48 hours' notice
2
Final Interconnection
Per the state application form, a licensed electrical contractor must obtain and complete an additional permit/inspection for the final grid-tied utility connection before Permission to Operate

Final inspection only: Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy (Building Permit Field), Demolition / Building Move Permit

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.

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 Conrad building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

Conrad building permits

Conrad building permits Zoning and Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Alteration / Repair)Accessory Structure Permit (Deck, Storage Shed, Garage)Re-Roof / Re-Side Permit Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit (State-Issued Electrical Permit)Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Approval (Building Permit Special Approval)Solar PV / Alternative Energy Permit (State-Issued)Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy (Building Permit Field)Demolition / Building Move Permit

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