ARM 8.112.202. SALE CRITERIA

(1) The following criteria shall receive careful consideration by the commission in evaluating property for proposed sale: (a) whether the property represents the state's culture and history; (b) whether the property can become self-supporting; (c) whether the property can contribute to the economic and social enrichment of the state; (d) whether the property lends itself to programs to interpret Montana history; (e) whether the sale will create significant social and economic impacts to affected local governments and the state; (f) whether the sale is supported by the Director of the Montana Historical Society; (g) whether the commission should include any preservation covenants in a proposed sale agreement for real property; (h) whether the commission should incorporate any design review ordinances established by Virginia City into a proposed sale agreement for real property; (i) a summary analysis of the costs and benefits of retaining or selling the property. Cost of retaining the property should include maintenance, upkeep, and other long-term or ongoing costs to the commission. Costs of selling the property should include advertising, appraisals, legal fees, and title searches; (j) compliance with the Montana Antiquities Act (22-3-421, et seq., MCA) and any implementing or related administrative rules, including but not limited to ARM 10.121.901, et seq.; and (k) other matters that the commission considers necessary or appropriate.