General information, not legal advice. Landlord-tenant rules change, and cities and counties can add their own. Check the current statute and local ordinances, and talk to a licensed attorney before you act.
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The short version
- Condominiums are governed by the Condominium Act, and many subdivision associations are nonprofit corporations that also follow their recorded restrictions and bylaws.
- Condominium co-owners may inspect the association's books and records at reasonable times.
- Unpaid condominium assessments become a lien on the unit that the association can enforce, including by foreclosure.
Michigan condominiums follow the Condominium Act, while many subdivision homeowner associations are nonprofit corporations governed by their recorded restrictions and bylaws.
Michigan hoa laws at a glance
| Rule | Michigan | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Governing law | Condominiums are governed by the Condominium Act, and many subdivision associations are nonprofit corporations that also follow their recorded restrictions and bylaws. | Condominium Act (1978 PA 59) and Nonprofit Corporation Act |
| Owner access to records | Condominium co-owners may inspect the association's books and records at reasonable times. | Condominium Act |
| Assessments and liens | Unpaid condominium assessments become a lien on the unit that the association can enforce, including by foreclosure. | Condominium Act |
The governing law
Association rules come in layers: state law first, then the declaration, the bylaws and finally board rules. A rule that conflicts with a higher layer usually fails.
Governing law. Condominiums are governed by the Condominium Act, and many subdivision associations are nonprofit corporations that also follow their recorded restrictions and bylaws. (Condominium Act (1978 PA 59) and Nonprofit Corporation Act)
Records
Owner access to records. Condominium co-owners may inspect the association's books and records at reasonable times. (Condominium Act)
Board meetings
We could not confirm a statewide rule here. Check your county court or a local attorney.
Assessments, liens and collections
Assessments and liens. Unpaid condominium assessments become a lien on the unit that the association can enforce, including by foreclosure. (Condominium Act)
Rental restrictions
We could not confirm a statewide rule here. Check your county court or a local attorney.
Mistakes to avoid
- Holding board decisions without the notice owners are entitled to.
- Not keeping records ready for owner requests.
- Fining owners without the notice and hearing steps in the governing documents.
- Enforcing rental rules that are not in the recorded documents.
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Verify current law
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Laws named on this page
- Condominium Act (1978 PA 59) and Nonprofit Corporation Act
- Condominium Act
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Asked by landlords in this state.
Which law governs HOAs in Michigan?
Condominiums are governed by the Condominium Act, and many subdivision associations are nonprofit corporations that also follow their recorded restrictions and bylaws. Source: Condominium Act (1978 PA 59) and Nonprofit Corporation Act.
Can Michigan homeowners see association records?
Condominium co-owners may inspect the association's books and records at reasonable times. Source: Condominium Act.