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New Rental Ordinance
In October 2024, City Council passed a new law overhauling the City’s process for inspecting rental homes to improve safety and quality, while simplifying requirements. See summary here.
Rental property owners are required to register with the City and Complete a property inspection to ensure that rental housing meets safety and health requirements. Tenants in non-compliant properties can pay their rent into escrow. For additional information, please contact the Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department.
Getting to the Finish Line
File a Rental Complaint
Rental Compliance Map
Right to Counsel
Tenant Rights and Responsibilities
Information About Mold
- You Can Control Mold
- Michigan Health & Human Services: All About Mold
- United States Environmental Protection Agency: Mold
Community Resources
United Community Housing Coalition - [email protected]
Lakeshore Legal Aid - https://michiganlegalhelp.org/resources/tenants-rights