Aurora, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 154 (2026) § 154.13
FAILURE TO GRANT REGISTRATION, REVOCATION, SUSPENSION OR FAILURE TO RENEW REGISTRATION
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(A) The city reserves the right to not register a rental unit unless it complies with the requirements of this chapter. (B) Any registration issued under this chapter is subject to the right, which is hereby expressly reserved by the city, to deny, suspend, revoke, or not renew the same should the registration holder or their agents, employees, representatives, or lessees directly or indirectly operate or maintain the rental dwellings contrary to the provisions of this chapter or any other ordinance of the city or any special permit issued by the city, or the laws of the State of Minnesota. Provided, however, registration shall not be denied, suspended, revoked or not renewed if the registration holder complies with a compliance order or orders in a reasonably timely manner as determined by the City Administrator. (C) The City Administrator shall notify the applicant that registration has been denied, or the registration holder that registration is being suspended, revoked or not-renewed. The suspension, revocation or non-renewal shall occur 35 days after the date of the notification order, or at such later date as set out in the notification. (D) A determination by the City Administrator to deny, suspend, revoke or not-renew registration of a rental unit may be appealed to the City Council by filing with the City Administrator a written notice of appeal within 15 days of the date on which the City Administrator mails such determination to the applicant or registration holder. In that event, the appeal will be heard by the City Council at its next meeting occurring at least 15 days after the filing of the notice of appeal. (E) At any appeal of a determination by the City Administrator under this chapter, the registration holder or applicant, local property manager for the registration holder or applicant, or an attorney representing them, may appear and make a presentation to the City Council. The City Administrator shall present to the City Council the basis for the determination being appealed. After the hearing, the Council may uphold, reverse or modify the decision of the City Administrator based upon the provisions of this chapter and upon the protection of the public health, sanitation, safety or general welfare of the community at-large or the residents of rental units within the city. The City Council shall issue written findings and determination within 31 days of the hearing, unless the Council extends that time for good cause. (F) A decision of the City Council made as provided in this section may be appealed by Writ of Certiorari to the Court of Appeals of the State of Minnesota pursuant to its Rules of Civil Appellate Procedure. (Ord. 97, passed 5-2-2023)
Aurora Ch. 154 § 154.13 establishes the city's authority to deny, suspend, revoke, or decline to renew a rental unit registration when the property is operated in violation of city ordinances, special permits, or Minnesota state law. Registration actions take effect 35 days after the city notifies the registration holder or applicant, and a compliance order fulfilled in a reasonably timely manner can prevent adverse registration action. Decisions made by the City Administrator can be appealed first to the City Council and then, if necessary, to the Minnesota Court of Appeals by Writ of Certiorari.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Aurora Ch. 154 § 154.13, operators of registered rental units generally maintain compliance with all applicable city ordinances, special permits, and Minnesota law to avoid denial, suspension, revocation, or non-renewal of their registration. When a compliance order is issued, acting on it in a reasonably timely manner—as determined by the City Administrator—can preserve registration standing. If an adverse registration decision is received, compliant operators are aware that a written notice of appeal must be filed with the City Administrator within 15 days of the mailed determination to preserve the right to a City Council hearing.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Aurora Ch. 154 § 154.13 gives the city the power to pull or withhold a landlord's rental registration when a property is not being operated in accordance with city rules or Minnesota law, which can be a meaningful protection for residents of non-compliant units. Tenants who believe their rental unit is being operated in violation of city ordinances may contact the City of Aurora to report concerns, as such violations can trigger the registration review process described in § 154.13. Tenant-rights organizations or a licensed attorney can help residents understand how registration status may affect their housing situation and what options may be available to them.
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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