Minor Work & Handyman Compliance in Montana
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Applicable Montana Requirements
Montana Construction Contractor Registration Mandate
mt:statute:mca-39-9Under MCA § 39-9-201, it is unlawful for any person or entity to engage in the business or act in the capacity of a construction contractor in Montana without having an active Certificate of Registration issued by the Montana DLI.
Citation: MCA § 39-9-201
Montana Workers' Compensation or ICEC Requirement
mt:statute:mca-39-71Contractors registering with the Montana DLI must provide proof of active workers' compensation insurance covering all employees or hold an approved Independent Contractor Exemption Certificate (ICEC) under MCA § 39-71-417.
Citation: MCA § 39-71-417
Local Building Permit & Code Inspection Enforcement
mt:statute:mca-39-9Under MCA Title 50, Chapter 60, physical construction permits for structural building, roofing replacement, electrical wiring, and plumbing must be obtained from certified local municipal building departments or the State Building Codes Bureau.
Citation: MCA § 50-60-106