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Michigan HOA State Law Guides
Michigan HOA and condominium law explained for boards and owners: the governing statutes, new bills and what they require, and the court decisions that shape how associations operate.
2026
Michigan laws, bills, guides, and court decisions for 2026.
Michigan HOA Laws and Regulations: Guide (2026)
Michigan HOA and condo law explained: the Condominium Act, Nonprofit Corporation Act, liens, reserves, rentals and the 2024 solar law for 2026.
Squatters Rights Michigan: Guide for HOAs and Owners
Squatters rights in Michigan explained for HOA boards, owners and landlords: 15-year adverse possession, eviction process and pending bills.
Michigan Condo Liability to Short-Term Guests (Letvin)
In Letvin, the Michigan Court of Appeals held a short-term rental guest is an invitee of the condo association in common areas. What boards must change.
How to Choose an HOA Management Company in Michigan
Choosing an HOA management company in Michigan means finding someone who knows Michigan Condo Act compliance, local vendors, and four-season maintenance.
Can Your Michigan HOA Ban Airbnb? Rental Rules Explained
Short-term rental requests are rising across Michigan HOAs. Here's what state law lets boards enforce and how to craft a rental policy that holds up.
Are Michigan HOA Board Members Personally Liable?
Fear of liability keeps good people off HOA boards. Here's what Michigan law says about board liability, what D&O insurance covers, and how to protect yourself.
Michigan Condo Reserve Study Bill (HB 5784) Explained
Michigan HB 5784 would require condo reserve studies and funding plans. It is pending as of October 2026. Here is what boards should do now.
Michigan HOA Laws 2025-2026: What Changed
Michigan's 2025-2026 HOA and condo changes: HEPA solar policies, the MRTA amendment, the CTA exemption, and the pending reserve study bill. A board checklist.
Michigan HOA Solar Energy Policy: Required Contents
HEPA required every Michigan HOA to adopt a written solar policy within a year. Here is what the policy must say, and what happens if yours is late or missing.
FinCEN Real Estate Rule and Michigan Associations (2026)
FinCEN's residential real estate reporting rule took effect March 1, 2026, then a Texas court ruled it unenforceable on March 19. What associations should know.
Fannie Mae 2026 Condo Rules: Michigan Board Action Plan
Fannie Mae's March 2026 lender letter raises condo reserve minimums to 15%, changes insurance rules and ends Limited Review. Michigan board action plan.
Michigan Condominium Act 2026: A Guide for Boards
The Michigan Condominium Act (MCL 559.101) governs most HOA and condo communities in the state. Here's what boards need to know about how it affects operations.
2025
Michigan laws, bills, guides, and court decisions for 2025.
Michigan HOA Law Changes 2021–2025: Board Guide
Michigan enacted remote meeting authority, HEPA solar and EV charging rights, and reserve fund reforms from 2022-2024. Here's what Michigan boards need to know.
Michigan PA 58 of 2025: Land Division Act Changes
PA 58 of 2025 raises the number of parcels that can be split under the Land Division Act, effective March 24, 2026. What associations should know.
Self-Managed HOA in Michigan: When It Makes Sense
Some Michigan HOA communities do fine without a professional manager. Here's how to know if self-management fits your community and what it takes to succeed.
HOA Violation Enforcement in Michigan: What to Know
Michigan HOA boards can enforce community rules, but enforcement must follow state law and the community's own procedures. Here's how to do it legally and well.
HOA Vendor Management in Michigan: A Board's Guide
Michigan HOA boards rely on local contractors for everything from snow removal to major repairs. Here's how to hire, structure contracts, and supervise vendors.
How Michigan HOA Boards Prepare for Budget Season
Budget season is the most consequential time of year for Michigan HOA boards. Here's a practical guide to the process, the timeline, and the pitfalls to avoid.
Michigan MRTA: Does Your HOA Need a Notice of Claim?
Michigan's 2025 Marketable Record Title Act amendment exempts condos and many HOAs. Older HOAs may need to record a notice of claim by September 29, 2027.
Timber Lake v. Gribi: Long-Term Rentals and Commercial Use
The Michigan Court of Appeals held in September 2025 that any rental, even nine months, violated a covenant barring commercial use. What boards should check.
Fenton Orchards: Unbuilt Condo Units and Old Section 67
In September 2025 the Court of Appeals held unbuilt units reverted to common elements under old MCL 559.167 after 10 years. What it means for turnover.
How Michigan HOA Boards Can Switch Managers Smoothly
Switching HOA management companies in Michigan doesn't have to be chaotic. With the right process, your board can transition smoothly and protect the community.
HOA Board Elections in Michigan: A Board's Guide
HOA board elections in Michigan must follow procedures under the Condominium Act and your governing documents. Here's what boards and owners should know.
Michigan HOA Reserve Fund Requirements Explained
Michigan HOA boards have legal obligations around reserve funds, yet many communities are severely underfunded. Here's what the law requires and best practices.
Michigan Condo Laws: What the Condominium Act Requires
Michigan condo associations are governed by the Michigan Condominium Act (MCL 559.101 et seq.). Here's what board members need to know to stay compliant.
Michigan Source-of-Income Law (PA 179, 180, 200) and HOAs
Michigan bars landlords of five or more units from source-of-income discrimination, effective April 2, 2025. What associations and owners should know.
Michigan's Energy Policy Act: What HOA Boards Must Do
Michigan's HEPA took effect April 1, 2025, requiring every HOA to adopt a written solar policy. Here's what your board must do, and how to handle EV requests.
2024
Michigan laws, bills, guides, and court decisions for 2024.
Michigan HOA Management: What Community Boards Need to Know
Managing an HOA in Michigan comes with specific legal requirements. Here's what boards need to know about state law, management options, and local resources.
Janini v. London Townhouses: Condo Duty to Co-Owners
In July 2024 the Michigan Supreme Court held co-owners are invitees in common areas the association controls, overruling Francescutti. What boards must do.
Michigan SB 721 (PA 20 of 2024): MRTA Deadline Extended
PA 20 of 2024 moved the Marketable Record Title Act notice-of-claim deadline from March 29, 2024 to September 29, 2025. What it did and why it mattered to HOAs.