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Cal. Civ. Code § 70-26-110

Lease Of City Lot For Over 75 Years Void

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Verified 10/22/2026 · Next check 11/21/2026
effective 10/22/2026MontanaLease Requirements

Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 70-26-110
No lease or grant of any town or city lot for a period longer than 75 years, in which shall be reserved any rent or service of any kind, shall be valid.
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Plain English

Under Mont. Code Ann. § 70-26-110, any lease or grant of a town or city lot in Montana that runs longer than 75 years and includes a reserved rent or service obligation is rendered void by law. The provision does not merely limit such arrangements — it invalidates them entirely, meaning neither party can enforce the agreement as written. Shorter leases, or long-term arrangements that carry no reserved rent or service, are not addressed by this restriction.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Montana's municipalities should be aware that Mont. Code Ann. § 70-26-110 renders certain long-term city or town lot leases unenforceable. A compliant operator generally structures any lease with a reserved rent or service obligation to fall within the 75-year ceiling. Those involved in drafting or reviewing ground leases or similar long-term arrangements on urban lots typically consult qualified legal counsel to ensure the agreement's term and conditions do not trigger this statutory invalidity.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-26-110 provides that a lease of a city or town lot exceeding 75 years with a reserved rent or service is void, which can affect the enforceability of obligations on both sides of such an agreement. Tenants who believe they are party to a lease that may fall under this provision can raise the statute's invalidity as a potential defense or point of inquiry in any dispute over the lease's terms. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand how this provision might relate to their particular lease documents.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Related Rules

§ 244.280
Tenant to be given copy of lease
§ 151.35
SEVERABILITY
§ 165.12
SEVERABILITY

Source Information

Source:https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0700/chapter_0260/part_0010/section_0100/0700-0260-0010-0100.html
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