Application Deadline for Property Tax Relief Extended

Governor Greg Gianforte and Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) Director Brendan Beatty announced an extension for property owners to apply for the Homestead and Long-Term Rental Reduced Property Tax Rates. The new deadline is March 20, 2026.

This extension is a direct response to intermittent technical issues with the department’s online application portal caused by a high volume of last-minute filings.

“Our top priority is delivering permanent and meaningful property tax relief to the hardworking Montanans who call this state home,” Gov. Gianforte said. “State government should be customer-f...