Livonia — Ch. 5.42 Rental Dwellings (Hotels, Lodginghouses, Roominghouses) § 5.42.170
Damaging premises or evading rental payment prohibited
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Occupants of such premises shall not do or perform any act therein which will in any way damage the premises, nor shall they permit the occupancy of any room or portion of the premises let to them by persons other than those registered with the licensee, without the express knowledge and consent of the licensee. No person shall vacate any room or any premises or part thereof without having fully paid all items of rental due for his occupancy thereof.
Livonia Ch. 5.42 § 5.42.170 establishes three baseline obligations for occupants of rental dwellings, hotels, lodginghouses, and roominghouses. Occupants may not damage the premises, may not allow unregistered persons to share their rented space without the licensee's explicit knowledge and approval, and may not vacate without first paying all outstanding rent. The rule applies to any person occupying such a licensed premises, regardless of the length or nature of their stay.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Livonia Ch. 5.42 § 5.42.170, operators of licensed rental dwellings, hotels, lodginghouses, and roominghouses generally maintain guest registration records and verify that only registered individuals occupy rented rooms or spaces. Compliant licensees document any consent given for additional occupants and keep clear records of rental charges so that amounts owed at departure can be readily confirmed. Maintaining thorough records of the premises' condition and occupancy helps demonstrate compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Livonia Ch. 5.42 § 5.42.170 sets out rights and responsibilities that apply to occupants of covered rental premises, including roominghouses and lodginghouses. Occupants have a responsibility to pay all rent owed before vacating and to obtain the licensee's express consent before allowing others to share their rented space. If you believe a licensee is misapplying this provision or misrepresenting amounts owed, general enforcement paths may include contacting the relevant Livonia municipal authority or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information.
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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