Short-Term Rentals in MI Condos & HOAs: Supreme Court Deadlocks, Lower Court Rulings Stand Short-term rentals remain popular as the state of Michigan continues to grow as a vacation destination for travelers. Over 131 million people visited Michigan in 2024, and a study commissioned by Airbnb purportedly found that, in 2024, 2 million of those visitors stayed at Airbnb properties,…
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Can an HOA’s Deed Restrictions Block a Developer’s Plan to Build Homes on a Former Golf Course? Disputes over the interpretation and application of deed restrictions are often challenging for condominium and homeowners associations to navigate. These restrictions can work to prevent future development on land that is inconsistent with its intended use. However, the key to ensuring restrictive covenants…
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Can Michigan Community Associations Charge Late Fees On Delinquent Assessments? Why Your HOA’s Governing Documents Matter Timely payment of assessments is essential for Michigan condominium and homeowners associations (HOAs) to fund maintenance, operations, and community services. When co-owners fail to pay assessments on time, many associations impose late fees as an incentive for timely payment and to recover administrative costs.…
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