The Michigan Community Association Law Blog
Information on Condominium Associations and Homeowner Associations (HOA's) from the Michigan Condo Attorneys at Hirzel Law, PLC
The Michigan Step Forward Program provides governmental assistance to Michigan residents, based upon financial need, in order to help with the payment of condominium assessments, mortgage payments and property taxes. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the State of Emergency declared in Michigan, the program has received an increased volume of applications as roughly 1 in 10 Michiganders […]
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On March 10, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-4 and declared a State of Emergency in the State of Michigan related to the novel respiratory disease coronavirus (COVID-19). On March 13, President Donald Trump declared a National Emergency. On March 23, 2020, Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-21 (COVID-19) which imposed a temporary stay-at-home requirement, subject to certain exceptions. Executive Order […]
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It is estimated that at least 400,000 neighborhoods throughout the United States have installed automated license plate readers. Automated license plate readers are high-speed cameras that are mounted on street poles, streetlights, entrances, gatehouses or other areas in which automobiles will enter or exit a condominium or subdivision. Automated license plate readers can be an important safety tool as it […]
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Congratulations to Kevin M. Hirzel for being a member of the Oakland County Executive’s Elite 40 under 40 class for 2020! This program honors young professionals and leaders who reside or work in Oakland County and have achieved excellence in their profession. Out of 250 applications and nominations, Mr. Hirzel was hand selected by a panel of independent judges and […]
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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. HUD estimates that 60% of all Fair Housing Act complaints relate […]
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The Michigan Condominium Act, MCL 559.101, et seq., contains specific procedures for the termination of a condominium. If a developer has not sold any condominium units, MCL 559.150 permits the developer to unilaterally terminate a condominium project. If the developer has sold units, MCL 559.151 sets forth the voting process for terminating a condominium project. This article will discuss the […]
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