Montana Standard Residential Lease Agreement

1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure & EPA Pamphlet – If the property was constructed before 1978, these disclosures concerning the possible use of lead-based paint must be provided to tenants.

2. Mold Disclosure – All lease agreements must contain specific mold disclosure language.^[1]

3. Methamphetamine Drug Lab Disclosure – Landlords must notify tenants if the property has been the site of methamphetamine production and must also explain what steps were taken to remediate the damage.^[2]

4. Move-in Inspection Checklist – Tenants should receive a move-in checklist to document the condition of the property at the start of a lease period.^[3]

5. Landlord/Manager/Agent Identification – Tenants must be made aware of the names and addresses of person(s) authorized to enter the property with the amount of notice required by law, such as landlords and agents.^[4]

Maximum Amount – None.

Returning – A security deposit must be returned within 10 days of the end of tenancy. Any deductions must be itemized in writing and disclosed to tenants.^[5][6]

Grace Period – None.

Maximum Late Fee – None.

NSF Fee – Landlords can charge up to $30 as a penalty for a bounced check.^[7]

Withholding Rent – If a property violates any building or housing codes, its tenant can withhold one month’s rent until the landlord has resolved the issue and the premises is again compliant.^[8]