Can You Sell a House with Code Violations in Holland, MI?

We buy houses as-is, in any condition — no repairs, no cleaning, no cleanout required to sell to us. You can ask us to review a Holland house with a repair notice, unsafe conditions or serious disrepair without first fixing it up for a buyer.

That changes who takes on the repair work after a sale to us. It does not make an open order, court case or existing responsibility disappear before closing; those details still need to be addressed for the property.

A Michigan house with open code violations may still be sold, but the actual orders and local sale requirements matter. In a dangerous-building proceeding, a municipality can order an owner to demolish a building, make it safe or maintain it. If the owner does not comply, the municipality may pursue the work and repayment. Unpaid costs can become a lien on the property after the required notice and recording steps.

Some Michigan cities require an inspection, an occupancy certificate or an approved compliance arrangement for a sale. Those requirements vary by place, so check what applies to the property address and the notice you received. Read the state rule in the Michigan dangerous-buildings law (MCL 125.540–125.541).

When you sell to us, we're the buyer, so the repairs become our job. That does not erase an existing order, court case or seller obligation before closing.

1. Tell us the Holland property address, its condition and what the notice says. If there is an order, hearing or deadline, include those details when you can.
2. We talk through the house and the notice, then give you a written offer and written terms before you commit.
3. If you choose to sell to us, a title company handles the closing. The title and closing review will need to account for the actual notice, any order or lien, and other property-specific items.

When you sell to us, we pay the closing costs. That does not pay your mortgage, liens, back taxes or your share of current property taxes; those remain separate.

If your notice came from the City of Holland, use the City of Holland's official website to find its current municipal contact information. If the notice names an issuing office or gives contact details, use them to ask about applicable deadlines or requirements. Holland properties can be in Allegan or Ottawa County, so confirm which jurisdiction and office apply to the address.