Petition to Change Permanent Residence
Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective August 1, 2026
This form is used to ask the court for permission to move a person who is under guardianship from their current permanent home to a new one. It asks the guardian to describe both the current and the proposed living situations and explain the reasons for the change.
The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 700.5306(2), MCL 500.5306b, MCL 700.5314
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This form is used when the guardian needs the court's permission to change the permanent residence of an individual who is under guardianship.
Usually filed by the person starting the case.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The individual's guardian completes this form. Great care must be taken to fill out all sections.
- Does this form require a filing fee?
- The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.
- What if the move involves property?
- If moving requires a transfer of property, you must also complete the Petition Regarding Real Estate/Dwelling (Form PC 646).
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect August 1, 2026.
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