Deadlines & Notice Periods in Montana
Key timelines for tenant actions under MT law. Missing a deadline can forfeit your rights — verify dates with a local attorney.
Habitability Mont. Code Ann. § 70-24-303
| Action / Event | Timeline | Authority | Consequence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana URLTA treats 14 days from written notice as the floor for the landlord's response window | 14 days | Mont. Code Ann. § 70-24-303 | Prerequisite for filing |
Security Deposit Mont. Code Ann. § 70-25-202
| Action / Event | Timeline | Authority | Consequence |
|---|---|---|---|
| MT § 70-25-202 gives the landlord 30 days when itemizing deductions, 10 days when no deductions are claimed | 30 days | Mont. Code Ann. § 70-25-202 | Prerequisite for filing |