Michigan Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A Michigan standard residential lease agreement  is the typical contract landlords use to rent out their residential property. The agreement defines every rental condition, such as the move-in date, monthly rent, and the tenant’s rights and duties. Standard leases have a set duration and can only be altered during the rental term if both the landlord and tenant agree in writing.

Michigan Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A Michigan standard residential lease agreement  is the typical contract landlords use to rent out their residential property. The agreement defines every rental condition, such as the move-in date, monthly rent, and the tenant’s rights and duties. Standard leases have a set duration and can only be altered during the rental term if both the landlord and tenant agree in writing.

Last updated January 19th, 2024

A Michigan standard residential lease agreement  is the typical contract landlords use to rent out their residential property. The agreement defines every rental condition, such as the move-in date, monthly rent, and the tenant’s rights and duties. Standard leases have a set duration and can only be altered during the rental term if both the landlord and tenant agree in writing.

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Rental Application – Landlords can use this document to collect personal and financial details from prospective tenants before approving their tenancy.

Required Disclosures (6)

  1. Address for Legal Notices – Each lease must state the name and address where legal notices can be sent to the landlord.[1]
  2. Domestic Violence Victims – Tenants must be given a written notice explaining their right to be excused from paying rent if they’re at risk of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.[2]
  3. Inventory Checklist (PDF) – Landlords must provide two copies of an inventory checklist before the tenant moves in.[3]
  4. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (PDF) – A lead paint disclosure must be delivered to tenants if the rental property was built before 1978.[4]
  5. Security Deposit Notice (PDF) – If charging a security deposit, landlords must provide a notice within 14 days of the move-in date that contains their contact details and instructions about supplying a forwarding address.[5]
  6. Truth in Renting Act – All leases must state that the rental agreement must comply with the Truth in Renting Act.[6]

Security Deposits

  • Maximum Amount ($) – 1.5 month’s rent.[7]
  • Returning to Tenant – 30 days.[8]

Rent Grace Period

There is no grace period required under Michigan law. Late fees can be applied if rent isn’t paid on the due date stated in the lease.

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