Montana rental inspection report template

Montana rules for this report

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• A landlord who requires a security deposit gives each tenant, with the lease or when the tenancy is created, a separate written statement of the present condition of the premisesMontana Code Annotated 70-25-206 (1)
• The statement gives a clear and concise account of the present condition known to the landlord or agent, or that should have been known on reasonable inspection; says so if the premises have never been let before; and is signed by the landlord or agentMontana Code Annotated 70-25-206 (2)
• If the tenant asks in writing, the landlord gives them a copy of the list of damage and cleaning charges given to the previous tenant of the same premisesMontana Code Annotated 70-25-206 (1)
• Without the statement, or without the previous tenant's list when it was asked for, the landlord cannot recover for damage or cleaning unless they show by clear and convincing evidence that the tenant caused it during this tenancyMontana Code Annotated 70-25-206 (3)
• Either side may ask for the premises to be inspected within 1 week before the tenancy endsMontana Code Annotated 70-25-201 (2)
• Cleaning charges need written notice first, listing the cleaning not done and what is needed to return the premises to their condition at the start; the tenant then has 24 hours to do it. Routine maintenance the landlord noted at move-in is not charged unless the tenant's negligence made it necessaryMontana Code Annotated 70-25-201 (3)
• Within 30 days after the tenancy ends, the landlord gives the departing tenant a written list of any rent due and damage and cleaning charges, with the balance of the deposit; if there is no damage, cleaning, unpaid rent or unpaid utilities, the deposit goes back within 10 daysMontana Code Annotated 70-25-202 (1)
• A landlord who does not give the written list of damage and cleaning charges forfeits the right to withhold any of the deposit for themMontana Code Annotated 70-25-203

What is in it

• Entry and hallwaysWalls and ceiling, Floor, Doors and locks, Lights and switches
• Living and dining areasWalls and ceiling, Floor and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Outlets, lights and switches
• KitchenStove, oven and range hood, Refrigerator and freezer, Dishwasher, Sink, faucet and drain, Counters and cabinets, Walls, ceiling and floor
• BedroomsWalls and ceilings, Floors and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Closets and doors
• BathroomsToilet, Tub, shower, grout and caulking, Sink, vanity and mirror, Exhaust fan, Walls, ceiling and floor
• Laundry and utilityWasher and dryer, Heating, cooling and thermostat, Water heater
• Safety devicesSmoke alarms tested, Carbon monoxide alarms tested, Fire extinguisher
• Exterior, parking and storageBalcony, patio or yard, Parking or garage, Storage
• Keys, fobs and remotesItem, Quantity, Notes

Rules last reviewed October 9, 2026. Read the full Montana rental inspection report requirements.