Signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits homeowners associations from banning energy-saving improvements or solar energy systems for residents.

Highlights:

• Prohibits language in homeowners association agreements that prohibit the replacement, maintenance, installation, or operation of certain energy-saving improvements or modifications or the installation of solar energy systems (Sec. 1). 

• Alleges support for solar energy in the state of Michigan (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that individuals who want to install solar panels or other projects must submit a detailed application to the HOA (Sec. 11). 

• Specifies that this does not apply to commonly owned areas (Sec. 13).  

• Authorizes civil action against noncompliance with this act (Sec. 15).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits homeowners associations from banning energy-saving improvements or solar energy systems for residents.

Highlights:

• Prohibits language in homeowners association agreements that prohibit the replacement, maintenance, installation, or operation of certain energy-saving improvements or modifications or the installation of solar energy systems (Sec. 1). 

• Alleges support for solar energy in the state of Michigan (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that individuals who want to install solar panels or other projects must submit a detailed application to the HOA (Sec. 11). 

• Specifies that this does not apply to commonly owned areas (Sec. 13).  

• Authorizes civil action against noncompliance with this act (Sec. 15).

Full Bill Text