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Laurel building permits
VerifiedLaurel, Montana — as published 2026-07-20.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
Required for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction within Laurel city limits. Reviewed against the 2021 IRC (Laurel City Code Chapter 14.16) and 2021 IECC (Chapter 14.22) as locally adopted by the City of Laurel. Laurel is a Montana DLI-certified Building (B) jurisdiction; applications are submitted on the city's universal Construction Permit and Application form at City Hall.
Reviewed 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction within city limits
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC (Laurel City Code Ch. 14.16) and 2021 IECC (Ch. 14.22) as locally adopted
- Application must include job address, owner and contractor contact information (with current City of Laurel business license number for the general contractor), subdivision/lot/block/tract, zoning, valuation of project, description of work, occupancy, type of construction, number of units, total square feet, and rated walls
- Applicant must call Montana One-Call (1-800-424-5555) at least two business days before digging
- Work must not commence before permit issuance; the Building Permit Fee doubles if work has started prior to issuance
- Permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance, unless a written extension request is submitted to and approved by the Building Department
- Permit holder must give the Building Department 24-hour notice for all required inspections (call (406) 628-4796)
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Permit and ApplicationCity of Laurel's universal permit application/inspection-record form; submitted at City Hall, 115 W 1st St
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsSite plan, foundation plan, floor plan, framing, and elevations sufficient to demonstrate 2021 IRC and 2021 IECC compliance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $1.00 to $500.00 | $36.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A (Building Permit Fees and Charges); Show full citationHideResolution No. R25-18, Appendix A (Building Permit Fees and Charges); valuation-based schedule, escalating in $1,000 valuation bands up to $100,000, then $1,491.00 for the first $100,000 plus $6.40 per additional $1,000 (to $500,000), $4,051.00 for the first $500,000 plus $5.47 per additional $1,000 (to $1,000,000), and $6,239.00 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.58 per additional $1,000 thereafter |
| Residential Plan Review | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A |
| Finished Basement | $50.00 per sq.ft. | Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A; unfinished basements valued per the most recent ICC Building Valuation Table |
| On-site Pre-building Inspection (New & Additions) | $30.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/additions/revisions to plans, minimum one half hour) | $100.00 per hour | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table |
| Additional Re-Inspection Fee | $100.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit
Required for additions, remodels, decks, and structural alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings within Laurel city limits, reviewed against the 2021 IRC and 2021 IEBC (Laurel City Code Chapter 14.18) as locally adopted. Applied for on the same universal Construction Permit and Application form as new construction.
Reviewed 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for additions, remodels, and alterations affecting structural, fire, or life-safety elements
- Deck construction is permitted separately by square footage (Deck Permit line item) rather than under the general valuation table
- For remodel projects, total valuation is based on the documented project cost (not ICC valuation data, which applies to new construction/additions)
- Application must include job address, owner/contractor information with current city business license, subdivision/lot/block/tract, zoning, valuation, and description of work
- Permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance absent a written, approved extension request
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Permit and ApplicationCity of Laurel's universal permit application/inspection-record form
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsPlans showing scope of work and connection to the existing structure, sufficient to demonstrate 2021 IRC/IEBC compliance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (documented project cost for remodels) | $36.00 minimum ($1.00-$500.00 valuation), scaling per the Resolution No. R25-18 Appendix A valuation table | Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A |
| Deck Permit | $25.00 per sq.ft. | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 |
| Residential Plan Review | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A |
| Window and/or Door Replacement Installation Permit (no structural modifications) | $75.00 per structure or building | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table |
| Siding Installation Permit | $100.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table |
| Additional Re-Inspection Fee | $100.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table |
Residential Electrical Permit (State-Issued)
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair anywhere within Laurel city limits. Because Laurel is NOT DLI-certified for Electrical, this permit is issued directly by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry Building Codes Bureau (Helena) — not the City of Laurel — under the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC). Laurel's own Building Department page directs applicants to the state for this permit.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Application must be signed and dated by the licensed electrical contractor's person in charge; a separate Application for Homeowner Electrical Permit exists for owner-performed work
- Payment must be submitted with the application; incomplete applications are returned unprocessed
- Property address, GEOCODE/parcel/lot/block, owner information, and power company must be provided
- Alternative Energy Source (solar/wind/hydro) projects require an additional $65 fee added to the base fee and must specify system type
- Apply in accordance with Title 50, Chapter 60, Section 604, MCA and ARM 24.301.431
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Residential Electrical PermitMontana Building Codes Bureau statewide form (Rev. 12/22); mailed with payment to Building Codes Program, PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or filed online via ebiz.mt.gov
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single Family Dwelling or Cabin — up to 200-amp service (includes meter base and attached garages if wired at the same time) | $200 | Montana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), fee option A |
| Single Family Dwelling or Cabin — 201 to 400-amp service | $380 | Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), fee option B |
| Single Family Dwelling or Cabin — 401 to 600-amp service | $600 | Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), fee option C |
| Single Family Interior/Exterior Wire or Rewire — 4+ circuits & change of service and/or interior panel board | $200 | Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), fee option E |
| Residential Change of Service — exterior meter base & interior/exterior main disconnect only | $45 | Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), fee option I |
| Alternative Energy Source add-on (solar, wind, or hydro) | $65 additional fee added to the selected base work type | Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22) — required in addition to base fee for any alternative energy project |
| Request inspection, per hour | $60 (additional $30 for each 30 minutes or fraction thereof in excess of one hour, plus travel time) | Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), fee option CC |
Residential Plumbing Permit (State-Issued, including Water Heater)
VerifiedRequired for plumbing work anywhere within Laurel city limits, including new water heater installation/replacement. Because Laurel is NOT DLI-certified for Plumbing, this permit is issued directly by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry Building Codes Bureau (Helena) under the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code, not the city.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Application must be signed by the Master Plumber and include Master Plumber License Number
- Accurate location and owner information required; property address, county, and whether the job is located inside city limits must be indicated
- Type of Building and Type of Work (New, Alteration/Addition) must be indicated
- Sewer Service Type (Public Sewer or Septic) and Potable Water Source must be indicated
- Apply in accordance with Title 50, Chapter 60, Section 505, MCA and ARM 24.301.301 and ARM 24.301.361
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Plumbing PermitMontana Building Codes Bureau statewide form (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019); mailed with payment to Building Codes Bureau, PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or filed online via ebiz.mt.gov
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Each NEW water heater (or replacement) | $25 | Montana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each connection of building water supply to water service/public utility or private well | $20 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each connection of building drain to sewer system/public or septic | $20 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each plumbing fixture or trap (bath tub, lavatory, shower, water closet, kitchen sink, etc.) | $10 per fixture/trap | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping | $30 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Gray water system, commercial or residential | $60 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit (State-Issued)
VerifiedRequired for mechanical/HVAC work anywhere within Laurel city limits, including furnaces, gas piping, ventilation, and cooling equipment. Because Laurel is NOT DLI-certified for Mechanical, this permit is issued directly by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry Building Codes Bureau (Helena) under the 2021 International Mechanical Code, not the city.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Accurate location and owner information required for permitting
- Type of Building and Type of Work (New, Addition/remodel, Alteration) must be indicated
- Project Value must be provided; permit fee is calculated from the state's valuation-based fee schedule
- Description-of-work checklist covers air handling units, furnaces with ducts, repair/alteration of heating or cooling systems, ventilation systems, refrigeration work, appliance venting, gas piping, mechanical exhaust systems, evaporative coolers, and compressors
- Boiler work requires a separate Boiler Permit form, not the Mechanical Permit
- Apply in accordance with Title 50, Chapter 60, Section 104, MCA and ARM 24.301.172
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Mechanical PermitMontana Building Codes Bureau statewide form (BCP-1, Rev. 06/2022); mailed with payment to Department of Labor and Industry / BCB / PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or filed online via ebiz.mt.gov
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit — Project value $0-$10,000 | $48 for the first $1,000, plus $14 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Montana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Mechanical Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 06/2022), Fee Schedule |
| Mechanical Permit — Project value $10,001-$50,000 | $166 for the first $10,000, plus $9 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Application for Mechanical Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 06/2022), Fee Schedule |
| Mechanical Permit — Project value $50,001 or more | $514 for the first $50,000, plus $6 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Application for Mechanical Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 06/2022), Fee Schedule |
Roofing Permit (Residential / Commercial)
Required for re-roofing within Laurel city limits, whether residential or commercial. Laurel's own Building Department page lists roofing (commercial and residential) explicitly among the permit types it handles directly under its Montana DLI Building (B) certification. Reviewed against the 2021 IRC/IBC as locally adopted (Laurel City Code Chapters 14.12/14.16).
Reviewed 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for re-roofing (residential and commercial), per the City of Laurel Building Department's published list of city-handled permit types
- Reviewed against the 2021 IRC (residential) or 2021 IBC (commercial) as locally adopted by City of Laurel
- Application submitted on the universal Construction Permit and Application form, with roofing details recorded on the same inspection card (Roofing inspection line item)
- Permit holder must give 24-hour notice for the required roofing inspection
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Permit and ApplicationCity of Laurel's universal permit application/inspection-record form, with a dedicated 'roof' fee line and a Roofing inspection line item
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit — Residential | $150.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 |
| Roofing Permit — Commercial | $250.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 |
Demolition Permit (Residential / Commercial)
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure within Laurel city limits. Laurel's own Building Department page lists demolition permits explicitly among the permit types it handles directly under its Montana DLI Building (B) certification. Residential demolition is a flat fee; commercial demolition is valuation-based per the Appendix A table.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Demolition permit required before demolishing any structure within city limits, per the City of Laurel Building Department's published list of city-handled permit types
- Application submitted on the universal Construction Permit and Application form, with job address, owner/contractor information, and description of work
- General contractors performing demolition must hold a current City of Laurel business license
- Applicant must call Montana One-Call (1-800-424-5555) two business days before digging
- Utility disconnection and site cleanup are addressed through the Building Department at permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Permit and ApplicationCity of Laurel's universal permit application/inspection-record form, with a dedicated demolition fee line
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — Residential | $500.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 (flat fee) |
| Demolition Permit — Commercial | Valuation-based per Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A Building Permit Fee table | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 ('See Appx. A') |
| Moving Permit (relocating a structure) | $250.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 |
Fence Permit
VerifiedRequired for fence installation within Laurel city limits. Laurel's own Building Department page lists fence installation explicitly among the permit types it handles directly. 'Fence' is defined at Laurel City Code 17.08.460 as 'a barrier of posts connected by boards, rails, panels or wire ... including masonry walls, ornamental structures, privacy screens and shrubs.'
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Fence permit required for installation of a fence within city limits, per the City of Laurel Building Department's published list of city-handled permit types
- Application submitted on the universal Construction Permit and Application form, including subdivision/lot/block/tract and zoning fields
- 'Fence' is defined at Laurel City Code 17.08.460 to include masonry walls, ornamental structures, privacy screens, and shrubs used as a barrier, in addition to conventional post-and-rail/panel/wire fencing
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Permit and ApplicationCity of Laurel's universal permit application/inspection-record form, with a dedicated fence fee line
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Permit | $100.00 | Resolution No. R25-18, Building Permit Fees and Charges table, page 11 (flat fee) |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit — Split City/State
VerifiedResidential solar PV installations within Laurel city limits require two separate permits: a state-issued Residential Electrical Permit (Alternative Energy Source add-on) from the Montana DLI Building Codes Bureau for the electrical interconnection, since Laurel is not DLI-certified for Electrical, plus a City of Laurel Building Permit for the structural roof- or ground-mounting component, since Laurel IS DLI-certified for Building. No dedicated 'solar permit' line exists in either the city's or the state's fee schedule; each side uses its existing general-purpose permit and fee structure.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical connection requires a state Residential Electrical Permit (issued by the Montana DLI Building Codes Bureau, Helena) with the Alternative Energy Source box checked and system type specified (Micro Inverter/AC Module System or PV String System)
- Structural/roof- or ground-mounting component requires a City of Laurel Building Permit application (Construction Permit and Application form), valued per Resolution No. R25-18 Appendix A, since mounting-system structural loads fall under the locally-adopted 2021 IBC/IRC
- No separate solar-specific design-load table (e.g., snow/wind load minimums for racking) was found published by the City of Laurel; applicants should confirm structural design criteria directly with the Building Department
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Residential Electrical Permit (with Alternative Energy Source section completed)Montana Building Codes Bureau statewide form; mailed to PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or filed via ebiz.mt.gov
- RequiredConstruction Permit and ApplicationCity of Laurel building permit application for the structural mounting component
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alternative Energy Source add-on fee (solar, wind, or hydro) — state | $65, added to the base electrical work fee selected on the state Residential Electrical Permit application | Montana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Residential Electrical Permit (Rev. 12/22), Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — city, valuation-based (racking/mounting project cost as valuation) | $36.00 minimum ($1.00-$500.00 valuation), scaling per the Resolution No. R25-18 Appendix A valuation table | Resolution No. R25-18, Appendix A; no dedicated solar-specific fee or waiver was found on the City's fee schedule — the general Building Permit Fee table is the governing fee |
EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit
VerifiedMontana has no dedicated EV-charger permit type or fee line, and Laurel is not DLI-certified for Electrical, so installing a Level 2 (240V) home EV charger or EVSE within Laurel city limits requires a State of Montana Electrical Permit issued directly by the DLI Building Codes Bureau (Helena) -- not the City of Laurel -- billed under the same general residential wiring/circuit line items used for any new dedicated circuit or service upgrade. A separate City of Laurel Building Permit is only needed if the installation also involves new structural work (e.g., a new carport or accessory structure), since Laurel IS DLI-certified for Building.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical work must be performed and the permit pulled by a Montana-licensed electrical contractor (LCO/UCO), per the Application for Residential Contractor Electrical Permit (Rev 6/24)
- If the EV charger is added as a new dedicated circuit to an existing panel with no service/panel change, this is billed under the form's 'Single Family Interior/Exterior Wire or Rewire' section, line H ('1 additional circuit or piece of equipment') or line G ('2-3 additional circuits or pieces of equipment') depending on scope
- If the installation requires a panel upgrade or new/upsized electrical service to support the charger's amperage draw, it is billed instead under the amperage-based 'Single Family Dwelling or Cabin' service tiers (A-D)
- The state application form has no Alternative-Energy-style checkbox or dedicated question set for EV chargers (unlike its Solar/Wind/Hydro section) -- EVSE is treated as ordinary residential branch-circuit wiring
- A City of Laurel Building Permit is required in addition only if the EVSE is mounted on, or paired with, new structural construction (e.g., a new carport or accessory structure); not required for a simple wall/pedestal-mounted charger on an existing structure
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Residential (or Commercial) Contractor Electrical PermitMontana Building Codes Bureau statewide form (Rev 6/24); mailed with payment to Building Codes Program, PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or filed online via ebiz.mt.gov/bcb
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 additional circuit or piece of equipment (e.g., a single EV charger circuit added to an existing panel) | $45 | Montana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Residential Contractor Electrical Permit (Rev 6/24), line H -- no distinct 'EV charger'/'EVSE' line item exists on the state form; Show full citationHideMontana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Residential Contractor Electrical Permit (Rev 6/24), line H -- no distinct 'EV charger'/'EVSE' line item exists on the state form; this is the general additional-circuit line an electrical contractor would use for a single new EV charger circuit, confirmed directly against the current fee schedule PDF |
| 2-3 additional circuits or pieces of equipment (e.g., EV charger plus other new circuits in the same job) | $70 | Application for Residential Contractor Electrical Permit (Rev 6/24), line G |
| Single Family Dwelling or Cabin -- up to 200-amp service (if the EV charger install requires a new/upgraded service) | $200 | Application for Residential Contractor Electrical Permit (Rev 6/24), line A -- applies if a panel/service upgrade is needed to support charger load rather than a simple additional circuit |
| Request Inspection, per hour | $60 (plus $30 per additional 30 minutes or fraction thereof, plus travel time) | Application for Residential Contractor Electrical Permit (Rev 6/24) |
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