HB644

Allows a county to employ a certified property appraiser for property tax purposes.

Montana HB644 allows a county to hire a certified property appraiser for property tax purposes. The appraiser must use methods outlined in Title 15, chapter 7, part 1. The county must submit annual appraisals to the Department of Revenue by July 1, which will be used for certifying taxable values. The bill also mandates that county treasurers include a statement of landowner rights in property tax notices, informing landowners of their right to be present during appraisals and to request an appointment for the next tax year.