The Montana Resort Determination Form RESDET is used by resort developers or landowners to apply for a resort area designation with the Montana Department of Revenue (DOR). The form allows applicants to request a classification for their property as a resort area, which can be essential for certain business activities such as alcohol sales. To qualify for this designation, the resort area must meet specific criteria regarding size, value, and ownership, and it must provide recreational facilities. This form must be submitted along with supporting documents, including a master plan of the resort and an appraisal of the resort’s value.
How to File Montana Resort Determination Form RESDET
- Gather Required Documents: Ensure you have the necessary documents, including the resort area plat or master plan, an appraisal report, and ownership information.
- Complete the Application: Fill out the RESDET form with all required information. If submitting in person, make sure to include payment (a processing fee of $500).
- Submit the Application: Send the completed form and supporting documents to:
- Montana Department of Revenue
- Alcoholic Beverage Control Division
- PO Box 1712
- Helena, MT 59624-1712
- Or fax to (406) 444-0722.
- Wait for Approval: The Montana Department of Revenue will review your application and determine if your property qualifies for resort area status. You may be contacted for additional information if necessary.
How to Complete Montana Resort Determination Form RESDET
Section 1: General Information
- Line 1: Enter the name of the applicant(s), which could be the resort area developer or landowner.
- Line 2: Provide the Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) for the applicant.
- Line 3: Enter the business name if different from the applicant’s name.
- Line 4: Enter the name of the person managing the business.
- Line 5: Provide the daytime telephone number, fax number, cell phone number, and email address for the applicant.
- Line 6-10: Enter the full mailing address, including street, city, state, and ZIP code of the applicant.
Section 2: Type of Transaction and Fees
- Resort Determination: Check the box to indicate that you are applying for a resort determination.
- Processing Fee: Enter the $500 processing fee amount. This amount is required to process the application and should be made payable to the Montana Department of Revenue, Alcoholic Beverage Control Division.
Section 3: Questions
- Resort Area Plat: Check “Yes” if you have attached the resort area plat or master plan that shows the resort’s location, design, ownership, boundaries, and acreage.
- Incorporated City or Town: Indicate if any part of the resort is within the boundaries of an incorporated city or town quota area as described in the Montana Code Annotated (MCA).
- Minimum 50 Acres: Confirm that the resort area contains at least 50 acres of land.
- Valuation of Resort: Verify that the resort area and its recreational facilities have a minimum valuation of $1,000,000, with at least half of that valuation allocated to structures on the property.
- Appraisal: Confirm that an appraisal from a certified appraiser, as defined in MCA, is attached, providing a detailed valuation of the resort area.
- Ownership Control: Confirm that the resort area is under the sole ownership or control of one person or entity at the time of filing the application.
Section 4: Declaration and Affidavit
- Signature: The applicant must sign and date the form, declaring that all information provided is true and correct under penalty of false swearing.
- Printed Name and Title: The applicant must print their name and title. If there are multiple signatories, each representative should sign and date the form, indicating their respective titles.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resort Area Plat or Master Plan: Attach a map or design showing the location, boundaries, and planned improvements within the resort area.
- Proof of Non-Incorporation: Provide documentation showing that the resort area is not located within an incorporated city or town quota area.
- Recreational Resort Facilities Documentation: Include details on the recreational facilities that are or will be available in the resort area.
- Appraisal Report: Attach an appraisal report showing the resort area’s valuation, with at least $1,000,000 value, half of which must be for physical structures.
- Ownership Documentation: Attach proof that the resort is under the sole ownership or control of one entity or person.
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN): Include your FEIN, which can be obtained through the IRS website.
- Certificate of Good Standing: Provide a certificate of good standing issued by the Montana Secretary of State.
Final Steps
After completing the form and gathering all required documents, submit everything to the Montana Department of Revenue as outlined. Ensure that the application is complete and signed to avoid delays in processing.