Bemidji, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. II § 10-62
Vacation
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When an application for a rental license has been denied, or a rental license or rental certificate of occupancy has been revoked, suspended, or not renewed, the city building official will order the dwelling or the affected dwelling units therein vacated, giving tenants a reasonable time to arrange new housing and to move their possessions.
Under Bemidji Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. II § 10-62, when a rental license or rental certificate of occupancy is denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed, the city building official is authorized to issue a vacation order requiring the affected dwelling or dwelling units to be emptied. The order must allow tenants a reasonable period of time to find new housing and to relocate their belongings. This rule balances the city's authority to enforce housing standards with a basic protection for occupants who may be displaced through no fault of their own.
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Bemidji Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. II § 10-62 means that a rental property operator whose license or certificate of occupancy is denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed faces a mandatory vacation order from the city building official. Compliant operators generally maintain their rental licenses in good standing and address any code deficiencies promptly to avoid triggering this process. Keeping documentation of license renewals and inspection compliance is a common practice among operators who want to minimize the risk of a vacation order affecting their tenants and rental income.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Bemidji Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. II § 10-62, if your rental unit is subject to a vacation order because the landlord's license or certificate of occupancy has been denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed, you are entitled to a reasonable amount of time to find new housing and move your possessions before you must leave. Tenants in this situation may wish to contact the Bemidji city building official's office to understand the timeline of the order and what protections apply. Local tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help you understand what options may be available when a vacation order is issued.
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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