The City will contact with you within three business days and inform you whether you have been provisionally approved, denied, or if more information is needed before a determination can be made.  We will contact you via your preferred method listed on your application, so please make sure to check and return any messages promptly.

If you are provisionally approved, the next step is a site visit where we will check the location and manner of your camp facility. If everything is in order, we will issue your permit and affix the permit number to your camper.  

Permits are limited to 30 days and renewals are approved on a case-by-case basis. You can apply for a renewal 7 days before your permit expires using the Permit Application Form.

When determining renewals, the City may consider the condition of your site, whether you have had any warnings or citations under your current permit, and what steps you have taken to find an alternative location to live.  This includes ensuring you are connected with local nonprofits who may be able to assist you.

You can call our Finance Department at (406) 582-2303 or pay in person at the City Hall front counter (121 N. Rouse) from 8 am - 4 pm, Monday - Friday.

We encourage residents to use our online parking form to report abandoned vehicles. We use this portal to review and respond to parking complaints.

Vehicles that appear abandoned receive a notice from Parking Enforcement placed on the vehicle and sent to the most recent owner. The Parking team verifies that there is a spot to tow them, and if no one claims the vehicle, they tow the vehicle away.

Finding a space remains a challenge, which is frequently the reason why residents may see abandoned vehicles that are not towed. The City has limited space in our impound lot and works with private companies as well to tow vehicles.

Call the police. If it is an emergency, call 9-1-1. For non-emergencies, call Dispatch at 406-582-2000, option 4.

You can also fill out a report online. View the Online Reporting Form.