Helena, MT · Lewis and Clark County
Exempt Subdivision Checklist
Property owners and applicants use this checklist to request exemption from subdivision review for a plat or certificate of survey in Helena.
What this form is
The checklist identifies exemption categories and lists the application information and plat or certificate of survey details required for review. Applicants must provide a signed application, Municipal Facilities Exemption, maps and ownership records, along with other items that depend on the request; family transfers have additional requirements. The City reviews whether the exemption applies, and approved plats require three mylars for City signatures.
Who needs it
Property owners or applicants seeking an exemption from subdivision review for a plat or certificate of survey in Helena need this checklist.
How to submit it
The checklist lists the Community Development Department, Planning Division, at 316 North Park Avenue, Room 445, Helena, and [email protected]. It also provides an online application portal and requires a Lewis and Clark County review fee by check payable to the county.
About notarization
This checklist does not require a notary; the application must be signed by all property owners, who sign and date it.
How to submit this form
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Download the Checklist
Download the Exempt Subdivision Checklist and review the application instructions.
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Complete and Sign
Complete the application and have all property owners sign it; provide information for the applicable exemption category.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the Municipal Facilities Exemption, maps, ownership documents, plat or survey materials, and other items required by the checklist.
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Submit to the City
Use the listed Community Development Department contact information or online portal, and include the Lewis and Clark County review fee by check.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Exempt Subdivision Checklist for?
- It lists exemption categories and the information applicants must provide when requesting exemption from subdivision review for a plat or certificate of survey.
- Who needs to complete this checklist?
- Property owners or applicants seeking an exemption from subdivision review for a plat or certificate of survey in Helena use the checklist and application instructions.
- Do I need a notary for the Exempt Subdivision Checklist?
- No. The checklist does not require a notary. The application must be signed by all property owners, who sign and date it.
- How do I submit the Exempt Subdivision Checklist?
- The document lists the Community Development Department, Planning Division, its Helena address and email, and an online application portal. It also calls for a Lewis and Clark County review fee by check.
Need something notarized?
This Exempt Subdivision Checklist doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Helena form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.