The purpose of the State Building Code is to provide reasonable uniform standards for construction and construction materials consistent with accepted standards of design, engineering, and fire prevention practices. ARM 24.301.202 requires the codes adopted by certified cities, counties and towns must be same edition with the same amendments as those adopted by the Department. Code adoption and amendments are found in Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM).
It is desirable that code issues be resolved by the building official or authority having jurisdiction. If you have discussed the code question with the building official and you do not agree, it is recommended that to put the question in writing and request a written response. If you still disagree with his/her interpretation, you have the option to appeal their decision at the local level. All certified cities, counties and towns are required to have an appeals process in place. Contact the local building official for details.
You also have the option of applying for a code interpretation or code technical advisory from the State Building Codes Program by submitting thisform. Please read the administrative rules regarding technical advisories (ARM 24.301.212) or code interpretations (ARM 24.301.212) prior to submitting the form.
TIA T2-23 - Shallow Foundation Frost ProtectionThis technical advisory addresses the question: Seeking clarification of frost protection at shallow foundations for unheated buildings and structures?
T1-23 - Residential SIPThis technical advisory addresses the question: Since Butte Silver Bow County is Seismic Category D; Do SIP Panel buildings in Butte Silver Bow County need to be engineer designed?
T1-22 - Engineer Stamped Plans.This technical advisory addresses the question: In Montana are all construction documents required to be prepared by a registered design professional?
T1-16 - Ice Barrier - BolandThis technical advisory addresses the question: In Montana is Ice Barrier Underlayment required by code to be installed on new and re-roof situations?
T2-16 - Plumbing CleanoutsThis technical advisory addresses the question: In Montana is is it acceptable, and does it meet the intent of the code revision to provide a two way clean out for every 100 feet of horizontal run?
