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Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. X Right to Counsel in Eviction Proceedings § 22-10-8

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Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. X Right to Counsel in Eviction Proceedings § 22-10-8
(a) The Program and all services provided under this article are subject to appropriation by City Council.
(b) The City is authorized, subject to approval and appropriation by City Council, to only utilize legally-available county, state, or federal funds, including funds provided under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Public Law 117-2, and private funds to establish and fully implement the program through December 31, 2026. After such date, the City is authorized, subject to approval and appropriation by City Council, to utilize any funds as permitted by law.
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Plain English

Under Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. X Right to Counsel in Eviction Proceedings § 22-10-8, the Right to Counsel program and its services exist only to the extent that Detroit City Council approves and appropriates funding. Through December 31, 2026, the City may draw on county, state, or federal sources—including American Rescue Plan Act funds—as well as private funds to run the program. After that date, the City may use any legally permissible funding sources, again subject to City Council approval and appropriation.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Detroit — Ch. 22 Art. X Right to Counsel in Eviction Proceedings § 22-10-8 establishes that the Right to Counsel program is contingent on City Council appropriations, meaning the scope and availability of tenant legal services can change from year to year. Property owners and managers who handle eviction proceedings in Detroit generally stay informed about whether the program is currently funded and operational, since that affects whether tenants may appear with counsel. Operators familiar with this funding structure are better positioned to anticipate the procedural landscape in eviction cases.

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. X Right to Counsel in Eviction Proceedings § 22-10-8 makes clear that the free legal representation program for tenants facing eviction depends on ongoing City Council appropriations, so its availability is not guaranteed in perpetuity. Tenants who believe they may qualify for program services can contact local tenant-rights organizations or the City of Detroit to confirm whether funding is currently active and services are being provided. If the program is operational, tenants facing eviction proceedings may have access to legal counsel at no cost, and understanding the program's funding status is a useful first step in exploring available options.

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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