Revise laws for divisions of land exempt from subdivision review

This bill updates Montana laws regarding land divisions that are typically exempt from subdivision review, requiring local governing bodies to examine certain land splits and aggregations. It mandates that applicants provide notice to neighboring property owners within five working days and allows for public hearings if requested by adjacent landowners. The legislation also requires governing bodies to use a standardized affidavit form to assess whether a land division is intended to evade subdivision requirements, while increasing the maximum examination fee to $400. These changes primarily affect landowners in Montana who wish to divide or combine property outside of standard subdivision processes, ensuring greater transparency and oversight for local communities.