Adverse possession in Michigan
In most cases Michigan's limit for an action to recover land is 15 years (Mich. Comp. Laws 600.5801).
How long it takes in Michigan
When the defendant claims title through certain court-ordered sale deeds, such as a sheriff's deed from a mortgage foreclosure sale, the period is 5 years (Mich. Comp. Laws 600.5801).
When the defendant claims title under a deed from a sale of land for taxes, the period is 10 years (Mich. Comp. Laws 600.5801).
Source: MI fifteen-year limit
Land and people the clock does not run against
An action to recover land to which the state is a party is not subject to limitation periods (Mich. Comp. Laws 600.5821).
Fences and boundary lines
Michigan cities, other political subdivisions and county road commissions are not subject to a claim of adverse possession, acquiescence for the statutory period, or a prescriptive easement (Mich. Comp. Laws 600.5821).
Common questions
How many years for adverse possession in Michigan?
In most cases Michigan's limit for an action to recover land is 15 years (Mich. Comp. Laws 600.5801).