The Michigan notices at a glance
The tenant has not paid rent
Demand for possession, 7 days from service
Source: MCL 600.5714(1)(a); MCL 600.5716; MCL 554.134(2).
Controlled-substance activity on the premises
24-hour demand for possession or notice to quit
Source: MCL 600.5714(1)(b); MCL 554.134(4).
A serious health hazard or extensive damage to the premises
Demand for possession, 7 days to leave or repair
Source: MCL 600.5714(1)(d).
Physical injury or threats on the landlord's property
Notice to quit, 7 days
Source: MCL 600.5714(1)(e).
Ending a month-to-month tenancy
Notice to quit, one rental period
Source: MCL 554.134(1).
Why the notice matters
Summary proceedings in Michigan follow the demand or notice the situation calls for, and the court reads its contents. A demand that adds accelerated rent to the amount due, for example, demands something that is not rent due under MCL 600.5714(1)(a).
The Michigan notice for unpaid rent is available here.
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