Michigan Builders Right To Repair Current Law Summary:
Current Law Summary: Article 24 of the Occupational Code dictates that a complaint against a builder must be filed with the Department of Consumer and Industry Service within 18 months of the completion, occupancy or purchase of a residence. If building official determines complaint has merit, "Notice to Respondent: sent to provide builder with opportunity to repair; additional administrative procedures follow to conclusion; Individual townships have local rules regarding properties; Example: Bloomfield has mandated that structures must meet ongoing minimum maintenance standards.
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Residential contractors need to be licensed. License required for plumbing and electrical trades.
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Local # 2373
102 South Third
Alpena, MI 49707
http://www.nemhba.com
Home Builders Association of Grand Traverse Area
Local # 2338
3040 Sunset Lane
Traverse City, MI 49684
http://www.hbagta.com
Little Traverse Associated Home Builders
Local # 2362
455 Bay Street
Petoskey, MI 49770
http://www.ltahb.com
Tri-Lakes Home Builders Association
Local # 2363
1210 Rough Ct
Roscommon, MI 48653
http://www.tl-hba.org
Mid-Northern Michigan Home Builders Association
Local # 2369
PO Box 128
Oscoda, MI 48750
Mid-Eastern Michigan Home Builders Association
Local # 2365
3823 W Wheeler Rd
Standish, MI 48658
Builder & Remodelers of Greater Northwest Michigan
Local # 2357
PO Box 1062
Big Rapids, MI 49307
http://www.hbamc.com/
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