Kevin Hirzel, Author at The Michigan Community Association Law Blog

About the Author

Kevin Hirzel is the Managing Member of Hirzel Law, PLC, focusing his practice on condominium, homeowners association, and real estate law across Michigan and Illinois. A Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers — a distinction held by fewer than 200 attorneys nationwide — he has been recognized by Best Lawyers, Leading Lawyers, and Super Lawyers, and is the author of Hirzel’s Handbook on operating condos and HOAs in both Michigan and Illinois. Read more about Kevin’s practice on his full bio at hirzellaw.com.

Animals & Pets• February 3, 2020

The Top 3 Things You Must Know About HUD’s New Guidance on Assistance and Emotional Support Animals

On January 28, 2020, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued new guidance on how housing providers, such as condominium associations, homeowners associations and landlords, can comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act (FHA), 42 USC 3601 et seq. in evaluating requests for assistance and emotional support animals.

Bylaw & Covenant Enforcement• February 1, 2020

Michigan Court of Appeals Holds that HOA Cannot Revoke Approvals for Docks

In providing such written permission, it is important for a homeowners association to indicate whether the grant of permission is permanent or revocable.

Construction Defects & Developer Turnover• January 2, 2020

Michigan Court Rules Condo Developer Lost Right to Build Units

If the developer, its successors or assigns did not complete the “need not be built” units with the statutory time periods, the right to construct the units would automatically terminate and the undeveloped land would remain as common elements if it was not withdrawn from the condominium.

Community Association Governance & Meetings• November 4, 2019

Can You Terminate a Condominium Under the Michigan Condominium Act?

The Michigan Condominium Act, MCL 559.101, et seq., contains specific procedures for the termination of a condominium.

Bylaw & Covenant Enforcement• October 3, 2019

CBD Oil: Does it Violate the Prohibition on Illegal Activity in Your Condominium Bylaws?

Michigan is one of the most progressive states when it comes to decriminalizing marijuana use for medicinal and recreational purposes.

Condo & HOA Collections• September 16, 2019

US District Court Rules that Prior Recorded Condominium Lien takes Priority Over Federal Tax Lien to the Extent of the Amount Stated in the Lien Notice

Condominium associations are frequently faced with federal tax lien priorities when trying to determine whether to proceed with foreclosure of its lien.

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