If you own or manage rental property in Wisconsin, you should understand the basics of Act 176. Legislators passed this bill into law, which went into effect on March 2, 2016.

The most significant change is an expansion of landlords’ options for evicting tenants engaged in criminal activity. Other revisions alter timing parameters for notices to vacate. The changes also modify landlords’ obligations to trespassers and put new limits on municipal inspections.

Let’s take a closer look at Act 176 and how it may alter your policies and procedures.

Crime-Free Notices Can Streamline Evictions of Lawbreaking Renters

Problem tenants can be an absolute nightmare. When problems involve drug dealing or other serious crimes, landlords must act decisively. Protecting property and guarding against liability become paramount. Wisconsin landlords now have greater power to address these situations. Continue reading →