1. (1) Before removing campsites or people’s items, the department must post notice(s).

2. (2) The notice(s) shall be posted:

   1. (a) at the camp or storage site in an easily seen location;
   2. (b) at other nearby public places like the courthouse, local shelter, food bank, or other areas where unhoused people may gather.
3. (3) If the site has overnight camping, the notice shall be posted at least three days (72 hours) before cleanup. If only property is located there, the notice shall be posted at least five days (120 hours) before cleanup.
4. (4) The notice shall be protected from weather damage by a plastic sleeve or other covering.

5. (5) The notice will include:

   1. (a) the scheduled cleanup date;
   2. (b) the location;
   3. (c) what happens if the notice is not followed; and
   4. (d) where people’s items will be after cleanup.
6. (6) The department will document the date and location of posted notices.
7. (7) Notices will stay up for at least 30 days after the cleanup.

Authorizing statute(s): 60-6-204, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 60-6-202, 60-6-203, MCA

History: NEW, 2025 MAR, Notice No. 2025-172, Eff. 12/20/25.