In Michigan, is the landlord liable for failure to keep the building and premises habitable?
Full Question:
My wife and I’ll be shifting to Michigan in a couple of months, along with our children aged 5 and 9 years. I’m concerned about the lease agreement which I may have to enter in Michigan. I would like to know whether the landlord in Michigan has a duty to keep the home and premises livable?
11/09/2016 |
Category: Landlord Tenant |
State: Michigan |
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Answer:
Further, if you plan to take out a pre-1978 house on rent, the landlord is bound to provide a pamphlet titled “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home”, approved by EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency). This obligation arises under Section 1018 of Title X, a federal statute.
Also, check the housing code for your municipality for additional protections.