Montana Code 15-24-1502. Tax exemption and abatement for remodeling, reconstruction, or expansion of certain commercial property — approval
15-24-1502. Tax exemption and abatement for remodeling, reconstruction, or expansion of certain commercial property — approval. (1) (a) Subject to the conditions of this section, remodeling, reconstruction, or expansion of an existing commercial building or structure that increases its taxable value by at least 5%, as determined by the department, may receive a property tax exemption during the construction period, not to exceed 12 months, and for up to 5 years following completion of construction. The property tax exemption is limited to 100% of the increase in taxable value caused by remodeling, reconstruction, or expansion.
Terms Used In Montana Code 15-24-1502
- Property: means real and personal property. See Montana Code 1-1-205
(b)(i) In addition to the property tax exemption described in subsection (1)(a), the buildings and structures may receive a property tax reduction for 4 years following the exemption period as provided in this subsection (1)(b). The percentages must be applied to the increase in taxable value caused by remodeling, reconstruction, or expansion according to the following schedule:
| First year following the exemption period | 20% |
| Second year following the exemption period | 40% |
| Third year following the exemption period | 60% |
| Fourth year following the exemption period | 80% |
| Fifth year following the exemption period | 100% |
| Following years | 100% |