Mich. Comp. Laws § § 554.641
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Sec. 11. This act shall not take effect until July 1, 1979.
Section 11 of Michigan's Truth in Renting Act (MCL § 554.641) established that the law's requirements did not apply to any rental agreements or conduct occurring before July 1, 1979. This effective-date provision marked the point at which the statute's protections and obligations became legally operative. Any lease terms or landlord-tenant arrangements entered into prior to that date were governed by the rules in place at the time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under MCL § 554.641, the Truth in Renting Act's requirements became binding on landlords starting July 1, 1979. Compliant operators generally ensure that any lease agreements and rental practices they maintain conform to the Act's standards as they have applied since that effective date. Because the Act has been in force for decades, current property managers are expected to operate fully within its framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
MCL § 554.641 confirms that the protections established by Michigan's Truth in Renting Act have been in effect since July 1, 1979, meaning tenants in covered rental arrangements have been entitled to those rights for the duration of that period. If a landlord's lease terms or practices appear to conflict with the Act, tenants may consider raising the violation as a defense in a legal proceeding or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Michigan law. Local legal aid offices can help tenants understand how the Act's long-standing protections may apply to their rental situation.
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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