Can Michigan condominium development rights expire automatically when a developer fails to build units on time? In Woodfield Greens Condominium Association v Soho Land Development, Inc., unpublished per curiam opinion of the Michigan Court of Appeals, issued March 16, 2026 (Docket No. 371067), the Court
When a co-owner in a Michigan condominium files for bankruptcy, can the condominium association still collect unpaid assessments? Most boards assume the answer is no. This belief is common, but not entirely correct. While bankruptcy offers some protection against collection efforts, it does not completely
On March 18, 2026, Fannie Mae issued Lender Letter LL-2026-03 and updated its condominium lending guidelines. In addition to expanding the waiver of project review in condominiums with 10 or fewer units and retiring the limited review process on August 3, 2026, Fannie Mae’s 2026
Can a Michigan homeowners association rely on its liability insurance to cover emotional distress claims tied to enforcement disputes? In many cases, the answer is no. Condominium and homeowner associations routinely rely on liability insurance as a financial safety net when disputes escalate into litigation.
Michigan condominium associations rely on assessments to fund repairs, repay loans, and maintain the community. But what happens when a co-owner refuses to pay and claims prior funds were mismanaged? In Main Street Lofts Condominium Ass’n v Parodi, unpublished per curiam opinion of the Michigan Court
Most condominium and homeowners associations rely on deed restrictions that require homeowners to obtain approval before making exterior alterations to their property. These architectural control provisions are designed to preserve neighborhood character and protect property values. Disputes frequently arise when homeowners proceed with improvements without
