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Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. VII Requirements for Control of Bed Bugs in Rental Dwellings § 22-7-8

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Verified 10/13/2026 · Next check 1/11/2027
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Operative Text

Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. VII Requirements for Control of Bed Bugs in Rental Dwellings § 22-7-8
The Health Department website shall provide information containing, at a minimum, the following: (1)
How to detect the presence of bed bugs;
(2) How to prevent the spread of bed bugs within and between buildings;
(3) Where and how to dispose of infested items; and
(4) Other informational resources.
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Plain English

Under Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. VII Requirements for Control of Bed Bugs in Rental Dwellings § 22-7-8, the city's Health Department is required to maintain a publicly accessible website that covers at least four topics: identifying bed bug infestations, stopping their spread within and between buildings, properly disposing of infested items, and linking to additional informational resources. This provision places the educational obligation on the Health Department rather than on any private party. The rule ensures that a baseline of bed bug guidance is available to anyone who seeks it online.

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For Property Managers

Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. VII Requirements for Control of Bed Bugs in Rental Dwellings § 22-7-8 establishes a city-run educational resource that property owners and managers can reference when addressing bed bug concerns in their buildings. Operators who stay familiar with the Health Department's posted guidance on detection, prevention, and disposal are generally better positioned to respond consistently with the city's standards. Pointing residents to that official resource is a common practice among compliant operators managing bed bug situations.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. VII Requirements for Control of Bed Bugs in Rental Dwellings § 22-7-8 gives renters a right to access free, city-provided information about bed bugs through the Detroit Health Department's website, covering detection, spread prevention, and disposal of infested belongings. Tenants who suspect a bed bug problem can consult that official resource as a starting point for understanding their situation. Tenant-rights organizations in Detroit can also help renters understand how this educational framework connects to broader obligations under the bed bug control ordinance.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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