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Michigan Prohibited Lease Clauses

3 restricted clause types

Our Michigan law database tracks 3 lease clause types that state law prohibits or restricts (2 illegal, 1 typically unenforceable). Even if you signed a lease containing one, an illegal or unenforceable clause is generally void — you have not waived the underlying right.

Educational information: generated from our Michigan law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.

Clause types restricted by Michigan law

  • Waiver of implied warranty of habitability

    Often Unenforceable

    Legal basis: Michigan Compiled Laws Section 554.139

  • Confession of judgment clause

    Likely Illegal

    Legal basis: Michigan Court Rule 2.601

  • Security deposit exceeding 1.5 months rent

    Likely Illegal

    Legal basis: Michigan Compiled Laws Section 554.602

Frequently asked questions

What lease clauses are illegal in Michigan?
Michigan law restricts 3 clause types tracked in our database, such as: waiver of implied warranty of habitability; confession of judgment clause; security deposit exceeding 1.5 months rent.
Is a lease still valid if it contains an illegal clause in Michigan?
Usually yes — the offending clause is void or unenforceable, but the rest of the lease typically remains in effect. You generally cannot be held to a clause that violates state law even if you signed it.
Which law prohibits "waiver of implied warranty of habitability" in Michigan?
Michigan Compiled Laws Section 554.139.

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