Michigan Notice & Entry Laws
Michigan does not have a specific statute setting a minimum notice period for landlord entry.
Key Rules
- Notice Required
- Reasonable notice required under common law (24 hours by custom)
- Emergency Entry
- Permitted without prior notice in emergency situations
- Common Law Standard
- 24 hours is the accepted standard in Michigan practice
- Lease Terms
- Lease provisions may specify notice requirements; tenants should negotiate entry terms
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Applicable Statutes
Mich. Comp. Laws § 554.134
Landlord's right of access: Michigan law does not set a specific notice period for landlord entry. The right to enter is governed by the lease and the implied covenant of quiet enjoyment.
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