Weatherstone Condominium Association· Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Association Bylaws · Sec. Condominium Bylaws Article VI, Section 12 (Aesthetics, Flags, and Exterior Displays) · Page 1
Requiring prior Board consent to display the United States flag on a Unit exterior or Limited Common Element violates MCL 559.156a
Operative Clause · Sec. Condominium Bylaws Article VI, Section 12 (Aesthetics, Flags, and Exterior Displays) (Page 1)
“Prohibition on Exterior Flags and Brackets on Condominium Units and Limited Common Elements — No Co-owner shall affix or display any flag, banner, sign, or bracket upon the exterior walls, trim, porch,…”
Why It’s Flagged
Mich. Comp. Laws § 559.156a (Michigan Condominium Act - Display of United States Flag)
Under Section 56a of the Michigan Condominium Act (MCL 559.156a), a developer or association of co-owners shall not prohibit a co-owner from displaying a single United States flag of a size not greater than 3 feet by 5 feet anywhere on the exterior of the co-owner's condominium unit or on limited common elements reserved for the exclusive use of the co-owner.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
1Amend Section Condominium Bylaws Article VI, Section 12 (Aesthetics, Flags, and Exterior Displays) to conform with Mich. Comp.
2Laws § 559.156a (Michigan Condominium Act - Display of United States Flag) prior to board adoption.
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