Landlord Entry Laws in Michigan

How much notice does a landlord have to give in Michigan?

Michigan has no specific statutory advance-notice requirement for landlord entry. The lease agreement is the controlling document. If your lease is silent on entry notice, landlords have broad entry rights under the lease and common law.

What is your landlord allowed to enter for in Michigan?

Permitted entry reasons in Michigan include:

• Repairs and maintenance
• Inspections
• Showing to prospective tenants
• Emergencies

What counts as an emergency in Michigan?

Emergency entry permitted under common law.

What are your remedies if your landlord enters without notice in Michigan?

If your landlord violates entry rules in Michigan, your remedies under No specific statute — lease and common law govern may include:

• Actual damages

In practice, start by documenting the unauthorized entry (photos, texts, a written log), then send a written objection citing the statute. If violations continue, consult a local tenant-rights attorney or your state's housing court.

Important Michigan-specific notes

Michigan has no statutory entry notice requirement. The lease controls. Practice and the common-law covenant of quiet enjoyment commonly call for reasonable notice (typically 24 hours), but no statute requires it. MCL 554.139 (warranty of habitability) is silent on entry. MCL 600.2918 provides a strong anti-lockout / forcible-entry remedy.