Helena, MT · Lewis and Clark County
Building Permit Application
Property owners and project representatives use this application to request a City of Helena permit for proposed building work or installations.
What this form is
The application requests a building permit for work or installations in Helena and states that work must not begin before the permit is issued. It asks for project details, the estimated contract value, owner and project-professional contact information, and plan data such as construction type and floodplain designation. The applicant signs an affidavit confirming the information is accurate and accepting financial responsibility for plan check fees and postage expenses.
Who needs it
Owners, general contractors, architects or designers, and engineers applying for a Helena building permit can complete the application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the City of Helena Building Division at 316 N. Park Ave., Room 435, Helena, MT 59623; the form also lists [email protected].
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the applicant signs the affidavit, and the form identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Form
Print all information and complete the project, contact, plan data, and applicant sections.
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Prepare Plans For Review
The form says plans will not be reviewed without the applicant's signature.
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Submit To The Building Division
Submit the signed application to the Building Division address or email listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Building Permit Application request?
- It requests project and contact details, estimated contract value, and plan data. The applicant certifies the information and accepts financial responsibility for plan check fees and postage.
- Who can sign the application?
- The form lists the owner, general contractor, architect or designer, and engineer as applicant choices. The applicant signs the affidavit and prints their name.
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. The form has an applicant signature and affidavit but no notary block or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- The form lists the City of Helena Building Division at 316 N. Park Ave., Room 435, Helena, MT 59623, and [email protected].
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