Mich. Comp. Laws § § 125.467
Water closet accommodations.
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Sec. 67. Water-closet accommodations. In every dwelling existing prior to the passage of this act there shall be provided at least 1 water-closet for every 2 apartments, groups or suites of rooms, or fraction thereof, except that in multiple-dwellings of class B there shall be provided at least 1 water-closet for every 15 occupants or fraction thereof.
Michigan law under MCL § 125.467 establishes minimum toilet facility requirements for dwellings that existed before the act was passed. In most such dwellings, at least one water-closet (toilet) must be available for every two apartments or suites of rooms. An exception applies to Class B multiple-dwellings, where the standard shifts to at least one water-closet for every fifteen occupants or fraction thereof.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of pre-act dwellings covered by MCL § 125.467 are generally expected to ensure that the ratio of water-closets to apartments or occupant groups meets the statutory minimums. For most residential buildings, compliant operators maintain at least one toilet facility per two apartments or suites; those managing Class B multiple-dwellings track occupancy counts to ensure one water-closet is available per fifteen occupants. Routine audits of plumbing facilities against current occupancy figures help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
MCL § 125.467 establishes a baseline right to adequate toilet facilities in pre-act dwellings, meaning tenants in covered buildings are entitled to a minimum number of water-closets relative to the number of apartments or occupants. If a building appears to fall short of these minimums, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reaching out to local housing or building code enforcement authorities. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how this provision applies to their building type and what complaint processes may be available.
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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