Michigan Pay Rent or Quit Notice (2026)
Michigan pay rent or quit notice: 7 days from service — mirrors SCAO form DC 100a (MCL 600.5714(1)(a)). In person; to a household member or employee of suitable age at the premises; first-class mail (counts from the next mail delivery day); electronic only with written consent (MCL 600.5718).
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Michigan: key facts
- Pay Rent or Quit Notice
- 7 days from service — mirrors SCAO form DC 100a (MCL 600.5714(1)(a)).
- How to deliver
- In person; to a household member or employee of suitable age at the premises; first-class mail (counts from the next mail delivery day); electronic only with written consent (MCL 600.5718).
- Required wording
- The official SCAO forms DC 100a / DC 100c are the safest path; this notice mirrors them.
- Federal rules
- Properties with a federally backed mortgage or federal program may need 30 days' notice; HUD-subsidized housing is not supported.
- Only a court can evict
- Never change locks, remove belongings or shut off utilities.
Official sources: SCAO form DC 100a · SCAO form DC 100c · MCL 600.5714 · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works
- Answer questions about the tenancy and the delivery date. The form checks the Michigan deadline.
- See a free preview of your notice.
- Pay once and download PDF + Word, with a Proof of Service and delivery instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- How many days does a Michigan pay rent or quit notice give the tenant?
- 7 days from service — mirrors SCAO form DC 100a (MCL 600.5714(1)(a)).
- How do I deliver an eviction notice in Michigan?
- In person; to a household member or employee of suitable age at the premises; first-class mail (counts from the next mail delivery day); electronic only with written consent (MCL 600.5718).
- What if I give too few days?
- A notice that gives fewer days than the law requires is invalid and the court case can be dismissed. Our form calculates the earliest allowed date and blocks earlier ones; giving more days is generally fine.
- Can I change the locks or remove the tenant myself?
- No. Only a court can order an eviction. Self-help evictions are illegal.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You serve the signed English notice; you also get a Spanish translation you may hand over as a courtesy, plus Spanish instructions.
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