HB4987

Housing: landlord and tenants; notification of defective conditions on premises and time limits for landlords to commence repairs; provide. Amends sec. 39 of 1846 RS 66 (MCL 554.139).

Introduced·9/18/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4987 mandates landlords to repair defective conditions on residential premises within specific timeframes.

Michigan HB4987 amends the landlord-tenant law to require landlords to repair defective conditions on residential premises within specific timeframes. Tenants must notify landlords in writing of any defects. If the defect deprives tenants of essential utilities like water, heat, or electricity, or poses an imminent health hazard, landlords must begin repairs within 24 hours. For other significant issues like a broken refrigerator or oven, repairs must start within 72 hours. For all other defects, repairs must commence within 10 days.

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History

Sep 24, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/18/2025

Sep 18, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Cynthia Neeley

Sep 18, 2025

House

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