85-15-210. Preparation and approval of plans. (1) A person may not begin construction of a high-hazard dam as determined under 85-15-209 without first obtaining a construction permit from the department.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 85-15-210

  • Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201

(2)An application for a construction permit must be submitted to the department and must contain:

(a)plans and specifications for the proposed construction, prepared by or under the direction of an engineer experienced in dam design and construction; and

(b)other data and information required by the department.

(3)Within 60 calendar days after receipt of the application and any additional information requested by the department, the department shall:

(a)issue a construction permit or deny the application, as filed; or

(b)issue a construction permit upon terms, conditions, or modifications the department considers appropriate.