HOA Deed Restrictions: When is a View "Obstructed"? Lakefront property is often highly desired, and individuals owning these properties often wish to keep their view of the lake undisturbed. In an effort to ensure property owners are able to enjoy their lake view, homeowners associations for
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
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
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
Backyard Chickens: Everything Your HOA Needs to Know About Backyard Chicken Coops Chickens are becoming increasingly trendy animals for people to own. At least part of the driving force behind people keeping chickens is the fresh supply of eggs. With increasing awareness around farming practices and
Workers’ Compensation Insurance for Michigan Condo Associations and HOAs: Legal Requirements & Risk Management Many Michigan condominium associations and HOAs understand the value of general liability or directors and officers insurance. However, another type of coverage, workers’ compensation insurance, is less well-known but can be extremely
