Lansing — Ch. 16 Art. XIII Lansing Rental Housing Program § 16-620
Periodic inspection
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Every residential rental property is subject to periodic inspection bi-annual. This inspection is done to ensure the continued compliance with the village ordinance. The property owner or owner's agent will be given notice of the inspection. Whenever it appears by inspection that conditions or practices exist which are in violation of the provisions of this chapter or of any applicable laws and regulations, the village shall serve the owner or manager with notice of such violation, stating what action is required to correct the violation and the time period allowed for correction. Such notice shall state that unless the violations cited are corrected within the time allowed, the residential rental license may be suspended or revoked.
Under Lansing Ch. 16 Art. XIII § 16-620, every residential rental property in the village is subject to bi-annual (twice-yearly) periodic inspections to verify ongoing compliance with local ordinances. If an inspection reveals a violation of the chapter or other applicable laws, the village must formally notify the property owner or manager, specifying what must be corrected and the deadline for doing so. The notice also warns that failure to correct the cited violations within the allowed time could result in suspension or revocation of the property's residential rental license.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 16-620, compliant operators in Lansing generally maintain their rental properties in continuous conformance with village ordinances so that bi-annual inspections do not reveal deficiencies. When a violation notice is issued, operators typically document corrective actions taken and ensure all cited issues are resolved within the timeframe specified in the notice. Keeping records of maintenance, repairs, and any correspondence with the village can help demonstrate responsiveness and support the continued validity of the residential rental license.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 16-620 establishes that the village of Lansing conducts bi-annual inspections of residential rental properties, providing tenants with a built-in mechanism for identifying code and ordinance violations. If a tenant believes conditions in their unit or building may violate local housing standards, they may contact the village to inquire about inspection schedules or report concerns, since the inspection program exists specifically to ensure ongoing compliance. Tenants can also consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how a landlord's failure to correct cited violations—and the potential suspension or revocation of the rental license under § 16-620—may relate to their housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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