According to state law, tenants in Montana must get their landlord’s written permission prior to subleasing a rented property.^[1] This means that if the lease does not explicitly give the tenant the right to sublet, they are required to obtain the landlord’s written permission before leasing the premises to a third party.

When a landlord’s permission to sublease is desired or required, a Landlord Consent Form is an effective way to get it in writing.

Montana state law defines a short-term rental (STR) as a house or residence that is offered for a fee for 30 days or less.^[2] The Montana Department of Revenue charges both a sales and use tax on short-term rentals. Individual counties and some cities charge additional taxes and may impose other requirements like permits.

Montana short-term rental taxes:^[3]

• 4% state sales tax
• 4% state use tax
• County taxes (varies by county)
• City taxes (varies by city)