Michigan 3-Day Eviction Notice Overview
Michigan Does Not Use 3-Day Notices
Michigan requires a 7 Days notice under MCL 600.5714. A 3-day notice is not valid in Michigan.
Michigan landlord-tenant law is primarily found in MCL Chapter 600 (Revised Judicature Act) and the Truth in Renting Act (MCL 554.631 et seq.). The 7-day demand for possession under MCL 600.5714(1)(a) applies to non-payment of rent. Michigan District Courts handle summary proceedings (evictions) with streamlined procedures. For lease violations, Michigan requires a 30-day notice for month-to-month tenancies.
7 Days
Notice period
$45-$70
Filing fee
MCL
Governing law
3-5 Wks
Court process
Michigan's Actual Notice Period
Michigan requires a 7 days notice under MCL 600.5714. Using the wrong notice period is one of the most common grounds for dismissal in District Court.
7 Days Notice (MCL 600.5714)
The landlord must deliver a written notice giving the tenant the required time to pay rent or vacate. The notice must state the exact amount of past-due rent. If the tenant pays in full within the notice period, the notice is void and the tenancy continues.
Michigan Legal Requirements
- Written Notice: Must be in writing under Michigan law
- Rent Amount: State the exact dollar amount of past-due rent owed
- Notice Period: Allow 7 days for the tenant to pay or vacate
- Property Address: Include the complete rental property address
- Tenant Names: Include all tenants named on the lease agreement
- Proper Service: Use an approved service method under Michigan law
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Michigan
Personal Delivery
Hand the notice directly to the tenant. Use a witness or process server to document delivery
Posting and Mailing
If personal delivery fails, post the notice on the door and mail a copy by certified or first-class mail
Wait the Full Notice Period
Allow the full 7 days to pass. The day of service does not count as day one
File in District Court
After the notice period expires without payment, file the eviction complaint with proof of service
Michigan Eviction Timeline
After the notice period expires, the landlord files in District Court. The court issues a summons and schedules a hearing, typically within 7 to 21 days. If the landlord prevails, the court enters a judgment for possession, and the sheriff or constable executes the writ.
Total timeline from initial notice to physical removal is typically 3-5 wks for uncontested cases. Contested cases with defenses, counterclaims, or appeals can add several weeks to the process.
Michigan Court Fees & Costs
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $45-$70 |
| Service of Process | $25 - $75 |
| Writ of Possession | $30 - $75 |
| Attorney Fees (if hired) | $500 - $2,500 |
Sample Michigan Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Michigan-compliant notice under MCL 600.5714.
7 DAYS NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR VACATE
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Pursuant to MCL 600.5714
TO TENANT(S):
Name: [Tenant Full Name]
PREMISES:
Address: [Address, City, MI ZIP]
RENT DUE:
$[Amount] for [Period]
MICHIGAN COMPLIANCE
This notice complies with MCL 600.5714 requiring a 7 Days notice period.