Housing: landlord and tenants; limitations on fees charged to tenants; provide for. Amends sec. 3 of 1978 PA 454 (MCL 554.633).
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to limit what landlords can include in rental agreements. It prohibits clauses that waive tenant rights, discriminate against protected groups, waive liability for negligence, or unfairly impose fees. The law also restricts landlords from altering agreements without proper notice or requiring tenants to grant power of attorney. The goal is to protect tenants’ rights and ensure fair rental practices.
Key provisions
- Prohibits landlords from waiving tenant remedies for property defects.
- Prevents clauses that waive rights under Michigan’s landlord-tenant law.
- Outlaws discriminatory clauses based on protected characteristics.
- Restricts provisions that exclude liability for negligent performance of duties.
- Limits the ability to require a confession of judgment.
- Prohibits clauses that waive the right to a jury trial.
- Prevents excessive fees or charges related to rent payments.
- Restricts landlords from acquiring security interests in tenant property beyond specific statutory allowances.
Who is affected
- Landlords
- Tenants
- Housing providers
- Consumers
Notable changes
- Reinforces tenant rights by limiting contractual provisions in rental agreements.
- Updates existing protections under the Truth in Renting Act.
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