How many days notice does a landlord need to give for non-payment of rent in Montana?

In Montana, a landlord must give 3 days notice to pay or quit before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent. This is governed by Montana Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Mont. Code Ann. §§ 70-24-101 et seq.).

What is the no-cause notice period for landlords in Montana?

In Montana, landlords must provide 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause.

What are the valid grounds for eviction in Montana?

Montana recognizes the following grounds for eviction: Non-payment of rent; Material breach of lease; Holdover; Criminal activity.

Is there rent control in Montana?

Montana does not have statewide rent control. No rent control in Montana.

Montana Landlord-Tenant Law

Tribunal: District Court / Justice Court

3 Days — Pay or Quit

30 Days — No-Cause Notice

14 Days — Cure or Quit

Notice Periods

Situation	Notice Required
Non-payment of rent	3 days to pay or quit
Month-to-month termination (no cause)	30 days
Lease violation (cure or quit)	14 days

Security Deposit

No statutory cap. Must return within 30 days (§ 70-25-202).

Grounds for Eviction

Non-payment of rent
Material breach of lease
Holdover
Criminal activity

Rent Control

No Statewide Rent Control

No rent control in Montana.

Electronic Signatures

U.S. ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) + state UETA adoption

Electronic signatures on leases and notices are valid in Montana. Generate and e-sign a form →

Governing Statute

Montana Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Mont. Code Ann. §§ 70-24-101 et seq.)

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