A Michigan month-to-month rental agreement is a flexible rental arrangement between a landlord and tenant for residential property that does not have a specified end date. This type of lease agreement remains in effect indefinitely until either the landlord or tenant decides to terminate it by providing notice to the other party.
It’s important to note that after the tenant has resided on the property for more than thirty days, they are entitled to the same protections afforded under Chapter 554 (Real and Personal Property). This means that tenants have certain rights, such as the right to a livable and safe dwelling and protection against unlawful eviction or discrimination.
Legal Requirements for Month-to-Month Leases
- Minimum Termination Period: To terminate the lease agreement, either party must provide at least 30 days’ notice [1] .
- Rent Increase: In Michigan, rent hikes aren’t capped by state law, allowing landlords to raise rents following the notice period needed to end a lease.
Required Lease Disclosures
- Identification
- Domestic Violence Victims Notice
- Security Deposit Notice
- Truth in Renting Act Disclosure
- Inventory Checklist
- Disclosure of Lead-Based Hazards
Our Michigan lease agreement page has more information on the required disclosures and associated laws.
Michigan Month-to-Month Eviction
In Michigan, landlords must provide a 30-day notice to end a month-to-month rental arrangement. This notice includes weekends and holidays, giving tenants a full 30 days to vacate the property.
The Michigan Eviction Process details the steps for evicting a tenant.
