Michigan A C D F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W Michigan Construction Litigation hold M.C.L.A. § 600.5839(1)(a); M.C.L.A. § 600.5839(1)(b).After occupancy, use, or acceptance of the improvement.If defect results from gross negligence of architect or engineer, action must be brought within 1 year after defect discovered.Online ReferenceNational Society of Professional Engineers Home Online Reference State Statute for Construction: 6 Years*The National Society of Professional Engineers Recommends an Additional: 3 YearsRecommended Document Retention 9 Years If you would like to learn the statute of limitations of any warranty your state entitles you to, refer to our Warranties map.