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Last reviewed September 2026

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Montana Eviction Notice

Before a Montana landlord can file for eviction, the tenancy usually has to be ended with written notice. How much notice depends on the reason. Here’s what Montana’s statute says for each kind of notice this template builds.

Montana rules at a glance

Montana rules for an Eviction Notice
Unpaid rent3 days. If rent is unpaid when due and the tenant doesn’t pay within 3 days after written notice of nonpayment, the landlord may terminate.MCA §70-24-422(2)
Lease violation14 days. Other noncompliance requires at least 14 days’ notice; a remediable breach cured in time doesn’t end the tenancy.MCA §70-24-422(1)
Serious grounds3 days. Destroying, damaging or removing part of the premises, or creating a reasonable risk of damage or injury to neighbors, allows termination on 3 days’ written notice.MCA §70-24-422(3)–(4)

Ending a Montana tenancy

A periodic tenancy ends on the date named in the notice, not necessarily at the end of a rental period — rent is apportioned day by day unless the parties agree otherwise (§70-24-441(3)).

Notice to end a Montana periodic tenancy (MCA §70-24-441)
Week-to-week7 days’ written notice
Month-to-month30 days’ written notice, given at any time
  • Nonpayment — If rent is unpaid when due and the tenant doesn’t pay within 3 days after written notice of nonpayment, the landlord may terminate the rental agreement (§70-24-422(2)).
  • Pets & unauthorized occupants — An unauthorized pet or unauthorized person allows a 3-day notice; if the tenant fixes the problem before the date in the notice, the agreement doesn’t terminate (§70-24-422(1)).
  • Damage or safety threats — Destroying, damaging or removing part of the premises, or creating a reasonable risk of damage to the premises or injury to neighbors, allows termination on 3 days’ written notice (§70-24-422(3)–(4)).
  • Other breaches — Other noncompliance requires at least 14 days’ notice, and a remediable breach cured in time doesn’t end the tenancy; a repeat of the same breach within 6 months allows a 5-day notice (§70-24-422(1)).

Montana Eviction Notice FAQs

How much notice is required to end a month-to-month lease in Montana?

At least 30 days’ written notice, which can be given at any time during the month; the tenancy ends on the date named, with rent apportioned daily. Week-to-week tenancies need 7 days (§70-24-441).

What notice is required to evict for nonpayment of rent in Montana?

A written notice of nonpayment; if the tenant doesn’t pay within 3 days after the notice, the landlord may terminate the rental agreement (§70-24-422(2)).

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