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Uncategorized• 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.

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Uncategorized• January 10, 2020

Kevin Hirzel Elected to the Community Associations Institute’s Board of Trustees

Kevin Hirzel, the Managing Member of Hirzel Law, PLC, was elected to a two (2) year term on the Community Associations Institute (“CAI”) Board of Trustees that commences on January 1, 2020.

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Developers• 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the units would automatically terminate and the undeveloped land would remain as common elements if it was not withdrawn from the condominium.

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HOA Bylaws• December 20, 2019

Resolving Satellite Dish Location Disputes: Sastin 2, LLC v Hemingway Association, Inc

Homeowner associations often seek to exercise architectural control over exterior structures within their communities which impact community aesthetics.

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Document Amendments• 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.

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Condominium Document 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.

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