Zoning
and Building
COLSTRIP ZONING AND CODE
ENFORCEMENT
Jan Morgan - Zoning / Code Enforcement Officer
The City of Colstrip has adopted regulations that help maintain the quality of
life within the city. The zoning codes have regulations concerning land uses,
building setbacks, storage and parking of vehicles and general property
maintenance.
These ordinances provide for the separation of incompatible land uses
(industrial plants next to residential areas) and separation of buildings to
enhance safety. They strive to protect the community from conditions of blight
caused by overgrown weeds, junk vehicles, abandoned homes or accumulations of
debris that may affect public health or create a nuisance within a community or
neighborhood. Property conditions such as these can directly affect the
neighborhood by lowering property values, attracting vermin and disease carriers
such as rats, feral animals and mosquitoes as well as contribute to the decline
of other property.
You can view a copy of the City of Colstrip Codes
and Ordinances
Jan
Morgan serves as the building, zoning and code enforcement officer for
the City of Colstrip.
It is the code officer’s job to help residents comply with zoning regulations or
to determine if a permit is needed. Just call the Code Enforcement Office at
748-2300 ex.
6
or e-mail Jan at
zoning@cityofcolstrip.com. She
would be glad to help.
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
Residential building permits are available through the Building or Zoning
Department at Colstrip City Hall. Building permits are required to ensure that
building construction complies with the International Building Codes. Zoning
permits are usually required with all building permits to ensure that setback
requirements are met to protect public safety and property values. Many of these
forms are available to you on line.
Here is a general guide to help you see what
permits are needed for your projects.
Jan Morgan is
certified as a residential building inspector. The City of Colstrip requires that all construction be checked
to make sure it complies with the international building codes. This service is
provided at no additional cost to you for the protection of you and of your
neighbors against potential structural problems that may arise during building
construction. Call 748-2300 ex.
6
to set up a time for the inspection. Be sure to allow two or three days advance
notice so a time can be arranged for the building inspector to come out to check
your site.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
Moving a Mobile Home onto a Lot
Building Plan Requirements
Printable Residential Checklist
Printable Residential Plan Checklist
Printable Application for Zoning Approval