Housing

in committee · Michigan · House May 14, 2026

HB 5582: Land use: zoning and growth management; minimum residential parking space requirements and limitations on mobile homes; limit. Amends 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3101 - 125.3702) by adding sec. 205b.

HB 5582 limits local zoning rules for multifamily housing and mobile homes in Michigan. It prohibits municipalities from requiring more than one parking space per dwelling unit (including guest spaces) in multifamily residential developments, except where required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. The bill also prevents residential zoning from excluding mobile homes - defined under state law - through aesthetic or material restrictions not tied to public safety. These changes directly affect developers building multifamily housing and mobile home residents in communities governed by Michigan's zoning laws.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves parking mandates and prevents exclusion of mobile homes, directly advancing affordable housing development by reducing development barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Land Use Zoning

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 794: Housing: landlord and tenants; use of certain software to share pricing information and set rent rates; prohibit. Amends title & sec. 1 of 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601) & adds sec. 1e.

SB 794 prohibits landlords from using algorithmic pricing software that incorporates nonpublic competitor data - such as actual rent prices or occupancy rates from other landlords - to coordinate rent pricing or enter into anti-competitive agreements. The bill defines "nonpublic competitor data" as information not widely available to the public and bans its use in software that advises landlords on rent amounts for prospective tenants. This directly affects landlords who rely on such tools to set or adjust rental rates. Violations would be treated as violations of Michigan's antitrust laws, potentially leading to penalties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from using software to coordinate rent pricing with competitors, preventing anti-competitive rent hikes that harm tenants. Strengthens tenant protections by curbing collusion.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits algorithmic pricing software using nonpublic competitor data, restricting tech-enabled rent coordination. Not about privacy/cybersecurity but limits specific tech application.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 5542: Liens: construction; certain liens on manufactured homes; allow. Amends secs. 105 & 106 of 1980 PA 497 (MCL 570.1105 & 570.1106).

HB 5542 amends Michigan's Construction Lien Act to clarify that mobile homes qualify as "residential structures" under lien law. This change directly affects contractors, suppliers, and laborers who install or improve mobile homes where the owner or lessee will reside. The bill updates key definitions (in sections 105 and 106) to explicitly include mobile homes within the scope of construction liens, ensuring these workers can file liens for unpaid work on mobile home improvements. The amendment aligns mobile home projects with standard lien protections for other residential properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingClarifies lien rights for mobile home improvements, ensuring contractors can secure payment for work on affordable housing, supporting maintenance of this housing type.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House May 14, 2026

HB 5585: Land use: zoning and growth management; zoning restrictions related to accessory dwelling units and mobile homes; modify. Amends sec. 102 of 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3102) & adds secs. 207a & 516.

HB 5585 modifies Michigan's zoning laws to make it easier to add secondary housing units and mobile homes. It prohibits local zoning rules from implicitly excluding mobile homes based on aesthetics or materials not tied to public safety, directly affecting mobile home residents and developers. For accessory dwelling units (ADUs) - secondary housing units like backyard cottages - the bill automatically allows them in residential zones if they meet size limits (max 800 sq ft or 75% of the main house), maintain 5-foot setbacks, and are attached to or near an existing single-family home. ADUs under these rules no longer require public hearings or discretionary approval, and they do not count toward local density limits.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingModifies zoning to allow ADUs and mobile homes, increasing housing supply and affordability by removing aesthetic restrictions on affordable housing types.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Land Use Zoning

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in committee · Michigan · House May 14, 2026

HB 5584: Land use: zoning and growth management; duplexes; permit in single-family residential zones. Amends sec. 102 of 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3102) & adds sec. 517.

HB 5584 allows duplexes to be built in any zoning district where single-family homes are permitted, directly affecting homeowners, developers, and local governments in Michigan. The bill requires local governments to treat duplexes the same as single-family homes for permitting and prohibits them from imposing restrictions that would prevent duplex construction - such as minimum unit size requirements, excessive parking mandates, or stricter design rules. It specifically bans requirements like lot coverage limits, setbacks, or height restrictions that would make duplexes impractical, while allowing reasonable, non-discriminatory rules. This policy change aims to increase housing options by making duplex development more accessible in single-family neighborhoods.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill removes zoning barriers to duplex construction, enabling more housing options in single-family zones and increasing affordable housing supply by prohibiting restrictive requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Land Use Property Development Zoning

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 31, 2025

HB 5438: Health: vital records; fee waiver for individuals fleeing or attempting to flee a dangerous situation; provide for. Amends sec. 2891 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2891).

HB 5438 modifies Michigan's Public Health Code to waive fees for vital records (such as birth, marriage, or death certificates) when individuals are fleeing or attempting to flee a dangerous situation, including domestic violence or abuse. This directly affects people escaping immediate threats who need these documents to establish identity, access services, or secure housing. The bill adds a specific provision to MCL 333.2891, requiring state agencies to provide these records at no cost in such circumstances. The change aims to remove financial barriers that might prevent vulnerable individuals from obtaining essential identity documentation.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill waives vital records fees for domestic violence victims to secure housing, removing a barrier to housing access as explicitly stated in the summary.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 23, 2025

HB 5401: Housing: affordable; sunset for exemption under the attainable housing facilities act; extend. Amends sec. 16 of 2022 PA 236 (MCL 207.916).

HB 5401 extends the deadline for granting new exemptions under Michigan's Attainable Housing Facilities Act from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2037. This directly affects developers and property owners seeking new exemptions for affordable housing projects under the Act. Existing exemptions granted before the new deadline will continue until their certificate expires, ensuring no disruption to ongoing projects. The bill amends Section 16 of the 2022 Attainable Housing Facilities Act (MCL 207.916) to update the sunset provision.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends deadline for affordable housing exemptions, enabling continued development under Attainable Housing Facilities Act without disrupting ongoing projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 31, 2025

HB 5440: Individual income tax: checkoff; homeless advocacy fund; create checkoff option. Amends sec. 435 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.435). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5439'25

HB 5440 would allow Michigan taxpayers to voluntarily contribute $5 or more from their state income tax refund to a new "homeless advocacy fund" starting with the 2026 tax year. The bill amends the tax code to add this specific checkoff option on income tax forms, alongside existing charitable designations like the Children's Trust Fund. Funds designated for this new fund would be distributed directly to homelessness services, with the requirement that the fund must raise at least $50,000 annually to remain on the tax form. This change affects all Michigan taxpayers who file individual income tax returns and choose to allocate a portion of their refund to this new cause.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates voluntary tax checkoff for homelessness services, directing refunds to fund essential public programs without increasing taxes.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates voluntary tax checkoff for homeless advocacy fund, directly funding homelessness services to address housing needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Homelessness

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 5355: Housing: other; Michigan fair chance access to housing act; create. Creates new act.

HB 5355, the "Michigan Fair Chance Access to Housing Act," prohibits landlords from requiring or considering an applicant's criminal record during initial rental screening. Landlords must issue a conditional offer after checking income, credit, or rental history, then may only consider specific serious offenses (like arson, human trafficking, or sex offenses requiring registration) or recent felonies within 3 years after a conditional offer is made. Landlords must disclose if they consider criminal records and allow applicants to submit evidence of rehabilitation or mitigating factors before denying housing. This bill directly affects landlords across Michigan and rental applicants with criminal records, aiming to reduce barriers to housing based solely on past convictions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits landlords from considering criminal records in initial screening, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce recidivism and promote fair housing access for formerly incarcerated individuals.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits criminal record discrimination in rentals, strengthening tenant rights and reducing barriers to housing access per bill's explicit screening restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 17, 2025

HB 5365: Taxation: other; SFR tax and economics act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5367'25

HB 5365, the "SFR Tax and Economics Act," imposes a surtax on large investors (entities owning 50+ single-family homes) for acquiring, selling, or holding properties. It requires certified entities (like community land trusts or MSHDA-approved groups) to implement 15-year affordability covenants limiting rent/sale prices to 30-80% of local median income. The bill affects large real estate investors and entities receiving state benefits related to single-family homes, mandating reporting and compliance. Proceeds from surtaxes fund affordable housing initiatives, while exemptions apply to qualifying "mission buyers" like public housing agencies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes surtax on large real estate investors to fund affordable housing programs, increasing tax revenue for housing initiatives under fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingImposes surtax on large investors and mandates 15-year affordability covenants (rent/sale at 30-80% of median income) to increase affordable housing access, directly advancing the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Property Taxes

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