FAQs
Part of the plan review process is to examine submitted plans for conformance with all codes, laws and ordinances. This includes all phases of construction including site, structural, architectural, plumbing, mechanical and electrical drawings.
The plumbing and electrical detail may be included on single-family residences provided the location of the mechanical equipment is shown.
Commercial plans need to be stamped by a Montana-licensed architect or engineer.
Handouts are available from Planning & Community Development - Building Division, Room 112 in the Civic Center.
Dogs and cats over four (4) months old must be registered/licensed. To obtain a license, the owner must complete the registration paperwork, pay the annual fee, and provide proof of rabies vaccination. The owner must be over 18 years of age or have a parent/guardian as the responsible co-owner. Licenses may be obtained through a local vet or the Animal Shelter.
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Crimes should be reported to the Great Falls Police Department by either calling "9-1-1" in an emergency situation; 406-455-8521 for non-emergencies; or through the on-line system .
Yes. You are required to obtain a Hobby Breeder Permit no later than ten days of the birth of the litter. Application forms are available at the animal shelter. All animals not intended to be kept by you are required to be sold or given away within four months of their birth. The Hobby Breeder Permit allows you to have up to 4 litters of kittens or 2 litters of puppies per year. It is valid for one year after issuance. If you have more than 2 dogs or 2 cats, you must obtain a standard Multiple Animal Permit as well.
Montana Department of Justice, (406) 444-3625, located at 2225 11th Avenue, Helena, MT 59620-1403.
City ordinance requires sidewalk, curb, gutter and necessary street widening on all projects at the time of development. New residential construction and residential dwellings being increased by at least 50% need landscape submittals.
Dogs yes, cats are not required to be on a leash, but they must be confined to the owner's property or be under the physical control of the owner. It is illegal to let pets run at large. Dogs not confined to an enclosure must be on a leash. The leash cannot be longer than ten (10) feet, and it must be securely fastened or held.
You are required to notify animal control and the animal shelter of your move within 30 days. They will then approve, deny or modify your MAP for your new address.
Yes, there is a designated stop at the new Recreation Center.
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Call the Great Falls Police Department non-emergency line at 406-455-8599 to make a report. Please be ready to provide the nature of the complaint, the location of the vehicle, and specific vehicle description information (make, model, color, license plate). Within approximately 14 days of the initial report, Great Falls Police Department volunteers will investigate your complaint and take appropriate enforcement action. Depending on the type of vehicle, if a vehicle owner does not bring the vehicle into compliance it may be towed, after the proper protocols, mandatory notices, and waiting periods have been satisfied. It typically takes up to 5 weeks before a vehicle is towed.
No. You would be required to obtain a kennel license. Planning and community development has forms available for commercial kennel operations. It may not be allowed in your area due to zoning restrictions.
You can call the Planning & Community Development Department at (406) 455-8430 and request the status of your commercial or residential permit. Once the plan has been "Reviewed for Code Compliance", you will be notified by telephone for pickup.
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The thoroughness of the inspection depends on the permit request. And the review of the information contained in the request. Asking for 20 dogs may require a more thorough inspection versus someone asking to have four dogs. An apartment complex may require a more thorough inspection than someone living on land with half an acre of lawn.
It may take up to 5 weeks before a vehicle is towed, and not all complaints result in a vehicle being towed. Once Great Falls Police Department volunteers place a sticker on a vehicle, the Great Falls Police Department must adhere to the proper processes, including issuing mandatory notices and waiting periods. If you have questions regarding the status of an abandoned vehicle complaint or sticker, please call 406-455-8408.
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Review time is based upon the number of plans currently in for review and current staffing levels. In most cases, plans are reviewed in the order in which they are submitted.
Contact Dispatch at (406) 455-8599
First, your dog must be on a leash. If your dog “does its business” on public or private property not owned by you, you must remove the feces. Failure to do so could result in fines for failure to have your dog on a leash. And up to an additional fine for failing to clean up their feces.
2021 International Residential Code
2021 International Building Code
2021 International Mechanical Code
2021 International Fuel Gas Code
2021 Uniform Plumbing Code
2020 National Electrical Code
2021 International Energy Code
2012 International Fire Code
The owner or occupant is responsible for keeping their property free of feces. The following may happen, if the amount of feces causes odors, an eyesore, or attracts insects or pests. Animal Control will provide the owner or occupant with written notice to clean up the property within 48 hours. Failure to do so can result in fines and impoundment of the animals.
Contact Dispatch at (406) 455-8599. If the vehicle is a safety or traffic hazard, it may be towed.
The State of Montana governs the area outside the City limits. You may call (406) 841-2040 for additional information.
