Building Codes Council

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.

Visit our Meetings page to view any upcoming meetings of the council.

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 https://gov.mt.gov/boards_appointments/BoardsView.aspx?Board_ID=149

Benjamin Abbey, County, City, or Town Building Inspector

Brent Cotton, Representative of the Home Building Industry

Calvin Frank, Practicing Professional Engineer

Joel Hecker, Elevator Mechanic

Dirk Johnson, State Fire Marshall or Designee - Statutory Appointment

Thomas Kuntz, State Fire Chief's Association Representative

Matthew Lemert, Licensed Plumber Selected by the Board of Plumbers

Brian Nelson, Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director or Designee

Kris Rivers, Licensed Electrician Selected by the State Electrical Board

Cynthia Schield, Member of the General Public Who Does Not Hold Public Office and Who Does Not Represent the Same Industry

Colleen Smith, Licensed Architect

John Venner II, Representative from the Building Contractor Industry