State-Specific Compliance

Michigan HOA Compliance Center

Purpose-built around Michigan community-association regulations. HOA Shield converts complex legal requirements into automated, guided workflows — from governance and assessments to disclosure and fair housing.

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5 Areas of Michigan Compliance Coverage

Comprehensive automation across every aspect of Michigan HOA governance.

Michigan Condominium Act

The primary statute governing Michigan condominium associations — covering bylaws, assessments, insurance, developer turnover, reserves, and the rights and responsibilities of co-owners and boards.

  • Annual financial report prepared and distributed to co-owners
  • Reserve fund maintained per statutory requirements (10% reserve floor recommended)
  • Common element maintenance plan documented

Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act

HOAs incorporated as Michigan nonprofit corporations must file annual reports with the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, maintain a registered agent, and keep board rosters current.

  • Annual report filed with Michigan LARA
  • Registered agent name and address current
  • Board officer roster current and on file

Assessment Collection & Lien Rights

Governs the assessment collection powers of Michigan associations, including lien rights for delinquent common expenses, foreclosure by advertisement or by action, and notice requirements to co-owners and mortgagees.

  • Assessment collection policy documented and enforced uniformly
  • Lien filings recorded within statutory window
  • Pre-lien notice provided to delinquent co-owners

Resale & Disclosure Requirements

Michigan condominium associations must provide a statement of assessments to prospective purchasers, including unpaid assessments, pending special assessments, and projected future assessments. Statutory timelines apply.

  • Statement of assessments provided within statutory timeline
  • Current assessment status and reserve balances included
  • Pending and projected special assessments disclosed

Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (Fair Housing)

Prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. HOAs must ensure rules, enforcement, and accommodations comply with Michigan's robust civil rights law.

  • Non-discrimination policy covers all Michigan protected classes
  • Reasonable accommodation/modification request procedure documented
  • Architectural review audited for disparate impact

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