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MI HB4211
Bill
Status
2/10/2009
Primary Sponsor
Shanelle Jackson
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AI Summary
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Allows rental agreements to include a provision requiring landlords to notify tenants of foreclosure actions within 30 days after redemption period begins and again at least 30 days before redemption period ends.
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Requires landlords without such a provision in the rental agreement to post written notice in the property management office informing tenants of their right to receive foreclosure notices at specified times.
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Mandates that landlords leasing property during the redemption period provide written notice to tenants before lease execution disclosing the property is in foreclosure and the number of days remaining in the redemption period.
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Prohibits tenants from withholding rent based on receipt of foreclosure notice.
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Establishes penalties for landlord violations including liability for damages, civil infraction classification, and fines up to $500.
Legislative Description
Housing; landlord and tenants; 30-day notice of foreclosure of property; require. Amends 1978 PA 454 (MCL 554.631 - 554.641) by adding sec. 10a.
Housing, landlord and tenants
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Banking And Financial Institutions
3/18/2009