The bill revises the statutes of limitations concerning claims for injury to real property in Montana. It amends Section 27-2-102 of the Montana Code Annotated to clarify when a claim or cause of action for injury to real property arises. Specifically, it states that such a claim arises when the conduct causing the injury is complete, regardless of ongoing injury, and when the property owner is aware or should be aware of the injury. Additionally, it establishes that a claim must be brought within the specified period of limitation, and if not, the claim is barred for the current and all subsequent owners of the property.

The bill also emphasizes that the period of limitation begins when the claim accrues, and lack of knowledge about the claim does not delay the start of this period. It retains provisions regarding the discovery of claims and the conditions under which the limitation period may be affected, ensuring that the injured party's ability to discover the injury is considered. Overall, the amendments aim to provide clarity and enforceability regarding the time limits for bringing claims related to real property injuries.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 27-2-102
HB0301_1(1): 27-2-102
HB0301_1(2): 27-2-102
HB0301_1(3): 27-2-102
HB0301_1: 27-2-102