Council Members
The Building Codes Council exists for the purpose of assisting the department with the application, implementation, and interpretation of the state building code and building codes adopted by counties, cities, or towns.
The council works cooperatively with the department and with representatives of the construction industry and the interested public, to harmonize building codes and related rules with both the needs of the construction industry and the public interest in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safety.
Council members are appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation. The council's 12 members serve 3 year terms.
For additional contact information and information on council member terms, please visit the Office of the Governor's link for Board Members and Councils at http://boards.mt.gov/.
Tony Sanfilippo, Representative for Department of Public Health & Human Services
Ron Bartsch, Home Building Industry
Robert Risk, County, City, or Town Building Inspector
Suzanne Trusler, Building Contractor Industry
Matthew Lemert, Licensed Plumber
Josh Wallery, Manufactured Housing Industry
John Gordon, Licensed Electrician
John Carmody, Practicing Professional Engineer
John Poston, Elevator Mechanic
Jason Fitzgerald, Practicing Architect
Dick Swingley, State Fire Marshall
Deborah Larson, Public Member