Andover, Minn., City Code title 9 ch. 8 art. B (2026) § 9-8B-19
Violations and Penalties
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9-8B-19: VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES: Any person violating any provision of this Article is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be subject to the penalties set forth in Minnesota Statutes.
Section 9-8B-19 of Andover, MN City Code Title 9, Chapter 8, Article B establishes that any violation of the rental licensing article is treated as a misdemeanor under Minnesota law. Upon conviction, the penalties that apply are those set out in Minnesota Statutes for misdemeanor offenses. This means the provision does not define its own penalty amounts but instead incorporates the state's standard misdemeanor penalty framework by reference.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 9-8B-19, property owners and managers who fail to comply with any part of Andover's rental licensing article (Sections 9-8B-1 through 9-8B-19) face potential misdemeanor criminal liability. Operators who maintain current licenses, meet all inspection requirements, and follow the article's rules generally avoid exposure to this provision. Because a conviction carries the penalties defined by Minnesota Statutes for misdemeanors, maintaining full compliance with the article is the standard practice among compliant rental operators in Andover.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 9-8B-19 signals that Andover treats violations of its rental licensing rules as a serious matter — specifically, a misdemeanor offense under Minnesota law. Tenants who believe a landlord is operating without a required license or otherwise violating the rental licensing article may report the concern to the City of Andover, which has authority to pursue enforcement. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Minnesota law can help explain what remedies or protections may be available in connection with a landlord's failure to comply with the licensing article.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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