This bill amends Section 76-3-211 of the Montana Code Annotated to allow a governing body to revoke an agricultural covenant, enabling the division of land to proceed without subdivision review if the land is annexed into a municipality. The bill specifies that the governing body may revoke the covenant if the original lot lines are restored or if a government entity seeks to use the land for public purposes. The new provision added allows for the revocation of the covenant specifically when the land is annexed into a municipality.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for revoking a covenant, requiring a public hearing and the issuance of written findings within 15 days of the hearing. If the governing body approves the revocation, the decision must be recorded with the clerk and recorder. It is important to note that the revocation of a covenant does not impact any sanitary restrictions that may be in place under Title 76, chapter 4.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 76-3-211