Michigan’s Nonprofit Corporation Act
(Act 162 of 1982)
Provides the statutory framework for the formation, governance, duties, rights, powers, and regulation of nonprofit corporations in the state of Michigan. It standardizes how nonprofit entities—such as many homeowners associations (HOAs) and condominium associations—are organized and operated, covering key corporate mechanics including articles of incorporation, board and member rights and responsibilities, meetings and voting procedures, officer duties, filings, compliance obligations, and legal liabilities. This Act ensures that associations structured as nonprofit corporations adhere to clear state law requirements that support transparent governance and accountability for members and leaders alike.
https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?objectName=MCL-ACT-162-OF-1982
Condominium Act
Michigan’s Public Act 59 of 1978, commonly known as the Condominium Act, is legislation that establishes the legal framework for the creation, governance, and regulation of condominium developments in the state. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of condominium owners, developers, and associations, prescribes the duties of the state administrator, provides protections for tenants, seniors, and persons with disabilities in conversion projects, includes requirements for escrow and disclosure, offers certain property tax exemptions, and sets forth remedies and penalties for non-compliance.
https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?objectName=mcl-act-59-of-1978&utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Condominium Buyer’s Handbook
The Condominium Buyer’s Handbook, issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, serves as an essential guide for prospective condominium buyers, outlining key rights, obligations, and risks under Michigan’s Condominium Act. It explains ownership structures, association governance, financial responsibilities, document disclosures, and buyer protections—including purchase withdrawal rights—while emphasizing the importance of reviewing master deeds and bylaws before purchase. The handbook also clarifies the limited role of the State, the private nature of condominium associations, and the legal remedies available to buyers and co-owners in the event of disputes or violations.
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Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act
Michigan’s Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act (Public Act 68 of 2024), effective April 2, 2025, expands homeowners’ rights to install energy-saving improvements and solar energy systems in condominium and subdivision communities. The law limits an association’s ability to prohibit or require approval for many common energy-efficient upgrades, such as solar panels, electric vehicle chargers, heat pumps, energy-efficient windows, insulation, and similar improvements, when installed on areas controlled by the homeowner.
The Act does not apply to shared roofs or common areas, which remain under association control. However, outside of these limited areas, existing restrictions in governing documents that prohibit or require approval for energy-saving improvements are invalid. The law also protects homeowners from excessive fees, performance-reducing conditions, or inquiries into personal energy usage, particularly with respect to solar energy systems.
All Michigan community associations must adopt a written solar energy policy by April 2, 2026 to comply with the Act. This policy must allow reasonable solar installations, limit restrictions that increase cost or reduce performance, and establish clear approval timelines. Overall, the Act represents a significant shift toward promoting energy efficiency and sustainability while reducing the level of architectural control historically exercised by associations.
https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?objectName=mcl-Act-68-of-2024
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