The Housing Division regulates the safety of existing structures throughout the City of East Lansing.
Owning Rental Property
Rental Property Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
Rental License Tips
Rental Inspection Guidelines (What inspectors look for when conducting annual inspection)
Ordinances
Ordinances & Policy Resolutions
Applications & Forms
Rental Unit License Application (for initial rental license, owner transfer and house sitting)
Rental Housing License Renewal Application
Lease Addendum
To File a Complaint
Fees
Housing Licensing & Inspection Fee Schedule
Properties that Can Not Be Licensed for Rental
Deed Restricted Properties
Residential Rental Restriction Overlay District (Ordinance 1035C)
Additional Resources
Suggestions for Loft Construction
MSU College of Law Rental Housing Clinic
Tenants and Landlords: A Practical Guide