Domestic Violence Rights (§ 554.601b) – The following statement must be in the lease agreement or posted in the residence:
A tenant who has a reasonable apprehension of present danger to him or her or his or her child from domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking may have special statutory rights to seek a release of rental obligation under MCL 554.601b.
Move-in Checklist (§ 554.608) – An inventory of pre-existing damages, fixtures, appliances, and furnishings is required upon occupancy by the tenant.
Notice (§ 554.634) – Landlord must provide an address where official notice may be given/sent.
Truth in Lending (§ 554.634) – The following statement must be in every lease agreement
NOTICE: Michigan law establishes rights and obligations for parties to rental agreements. This agreement is required to comply with the Truth in Renting Act. If you have a question about the interpretation or legality of a provision of this agreement, you may want to seek assistance from a lawyer or other qualified person.
Security Deposit Notice (§ 554.603) – Landlord must state the bank name and location of where the funds are being held. Also, the tenant must provide the landlord, within four (4) days of vacating, the forwarding address to send the deposit at the end of the lease term.
Maximum (§ 554.602) – Landlords can demand up to one and a half (1.5) months’ rent as a security deposit from their tenants.
Returning (§ 554.609) – A landlord must return the security deposit within thirty (30) days along with an itemized statement of any deductions (if applicable).
There is no statute defining the amount of notice that a landlord must provide a tenant before they are able to enter the property meaning it is not required but recommended.
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