Summary
A new ordinance would regulate rental application fees and ban pre-tenancy fees for Detroit renters.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Could save renters money on upfront housing application costs.
Detroit renters applying for housing.
Rental agencies and landlords collecting such fees.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee
Council Member Waters' ordinance would cap rental application fees at $50, require fee disclosure in listings, ban pre-tenancy fees, and force refunds when housing isn't secured within 60 days. Committee members worried about refunds squeezing small landlords and want a centralized verification idea explored — new language is coming and a new hearing will be held.
City Council Formal Session
Council Member Mary Waters introduced an ordinance to regulate rental application fees and ban pre-tenancy fees in Detroit, aiming to protect renters from excessive housing costs.
Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee
A new ordinance would regulate rental application fees and ban pre-tenancy fees for Detroit renters.
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