Montana DNRC Wildfire Mitigation Assistance

Montana Dept. of Natural Resources & Conservation

Available Disaster Relief

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Montana DNRC Wildfire Mitigation Assistance in its Columbia Falls, MT research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Montana DNRC provides cost-share assistance and technical support to homeowners for wildfire risk reduction in wildland-urban interface areas. Assistance includes defensible space creation, fuel reduction, and fire-resistant landscaping. Columbia Falls area qualifies due to proximity to forested areas.

Cost-share assistance varies by project scope and available funding

The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.

Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Other published resources for Columbia Falls, MT, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:

FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs

Key Details

Wildfire mitigation assistance up to $1,500
Covers defensible space and fuel reduction
Technical support and site visits provided
Columbia Falls area eligible due to wildfire risk
Seasonal program; typically April through September

How to Apply

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Program phone: (406) 751-2240

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Documents you will likely need

Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
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Deadline: Seasonal program; typically April through September

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Montana DNRC Wildfire Mitigation Assistance in Columbia Falls, MT?

The Grant Map record states: Up to $1,500 defensible space assistance. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Montana DNRC Wildfire Mitigation Assistance in Columbia Falls?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Montana DNRC Wildfire Mitigation Assistance in Columbia Falls, MT?

Confirm the application route directly with Montana Dept. of Natural Resources & Conservation; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (406) 751-2240. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Seasonal program; typically April through September.

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