MI HB5763

Modifies the rent suspension period to begin 72 hours after a certificate of compliance is withheld, not issued, or suspended, rather than immediately suspending rent.

Eliminates the escrow account system where suspended rent payments were previously held and instead waives rent obligation entirely during periods when premises lack a certificate of compliance.

Prohibits landlords from initiating eviction or rent collection actions when a certificate of compliance has been suspended or not issued.

Removes the provision allowing rent to become due again upon issuance of a temporary certificate, changing the rent waiver to remain in effect until full compliance is achieved.

Clarifies that rent waiver does not apply if the property owner proves health or safety hazards were caused by the occupant.