Montana § 77-1-906 - Requirements For Commercial Lease -- Improvements
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§ 77-1-906. Requirements For Commercial Lease -- Improvements
Requirements for commercial lease -- improvements. (1) The board shall require, subject to the board's supervision and jurisdiction, that the lessee be solely responsible for the expense of maintenance and operation of the enterprise, business, or venture and all improvements made and constructed in support of any commercial purpose during the term of the lease. This requirement does not apply to the installation and construction by the lessee of infrastructure and improvements, such as public roads, parks, sewers, or utilities, if they were required by a local government as a condition of development. (2) Upon expiration of the lease, the title to all permanent improvements and fixtures located on the leased property and used in the operation and maintenance of the enterprise vests in the state. The lease must describe in detail the manner and subject matter of the transfer to the state.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 77-1-906
What does Montana Code Annotated § 77-1-906 cover?
Section 77-1-906 ("Requirements For Commercial Lease -- Improvements") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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