Blaine, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. V § 18-323

Conduct on licensed premises

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Blaine, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. V § 18-323
(a) Disorderly premises. The licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that persons occupying or present at the rental dwelling conduct themselves in such a manner as not to cause the premises to be disorderly. For purposes of this section, a premises is disorderly if any of the following occur:
(1) Violation of chapter 50, article III, division 3 or M.S.A. § 609.72 .
(2) Violation of laws relating to the possession of controlled substances as defined in M.S.A. § 152.01 , subd. 4.
(3) The unlawful possession or sale of intoxicating liquor or 3.2 percent malt liquor.
(4) Violation of laws relating to gambling.
(5) Violation of laws relating to prostitution as defined in M.S.A. § 609.321 , subd. 9, or acts relating to prostitution.
(6) Unlawful use or possession of a firearm or weapon in violation of chapter 50, article III, division 2 or M.S.A. § 609.66 , subd. la, 609.67 or 624.713.
(7) Violation of M.S.A. § 609.705 (Unlawful Assembly).
(8) Violation of M.S.A. § 609.71 (Riot).
(9) Violation of M.S.A. § 609.713 (Terrorist Threat).
(10) Violation of M.S.A. § 609.715 (Presence at Unlawful Assembly).
(11) Any other conduct deemed disorderly by the city manager or designee.
(b) Enforcement authority. The city manager or designee shall be responsible for enforcement and administration of this article. Authority to take any action authorized by this article may be delegated to the city manager's authorized designee.
(c) Notice of violation. Upon determination by the city that a rental dwelling was deemed to be a disorderly premises, notice of the violation shall be given to the licensee or designee. The notice shall include a directive for the licensee to take steps to prevent further violations. All notices given by the city under this section shall be served on the licensee or designee, sent by mail to the licensee's last known address, or, by posting the notice in a conspicuous place at the rental dwelling.
(d) Second instance. If a second instance of a disorderly premises occurs within the annual license term the city shall notify the licensee or designee of the violation and shall also require the licensee to submit a written report of the actions taken and proposed to be taken by the licensee to prevent further disorderly use of the premises. This written report shall be submitted to the city within five days of receipt of the notice of disorderly premises and shall detail all actions taken by the licensee in response to all notices of disorderly premises within the license term.
(e) Third instance. If a third instance of a disorderly premises occurs within the annual license term the rental dwelling license for the premises may be denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed in accordance with section 18-324 .
(f) Instances defined. For purposes of this section, second and third instances of disorderly premises shall be those which:
(1) Occur at the same rental dwelling unit; or
(2) Involve tenants at the same rental dwelling unit; or
(3) Involve guests or invitees at the same rental dwelling unit; or
(4) Involve guests or invitees of the same tenant; or
(5) Involve the same tenant.
(g) Eviction proceedings. No adverse license action shall be imposed where the instance of disorderly premises occurred during the pendency of eviction proceedings (unlawful detainer) or within 30 days of notice given by the licensee to a tenant to vacate the premises, where the disorderly use was related to conduct by that tenant or by other occupants or guests of the tenant's unit. Eviction proceedings shall not be a bar to license action, however, unless they are being diligently pursued by the licensee.
(h) Evidence of disorderly premises. A determination of disorderly premises shall be made upon substantial evidence. It shall not be necessary that criminal charges be brought in order to support a determination of disorderly premises. Moreover, a dismissal or acquittal of any such criminal charge will not operate as a bar to license action under this article.
(i) Council action not exclusive. Enforcement actions provided in this article shall not be exclusive. The city council may take any action with respect to a licensee, a tenant, or the licensed premises as is authorized by the city Code or state law.
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Plain English

Blaine Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. V § 18-323 establishes that a rental dwelling license can be affected when a property is deemed 'disorderly,' a designation that covers a broad range of conduct — including disturbances, controlled-substance violations, illegal gambling, prostitution, unlawful weapons use, riot, and other conduct the city manager determines to be disorderly. The rule creates a graduated response: a first instance triggers a notice and directive, a second instance requires the licensee to submit a written corrective action plan, and a third instance within the same license year can lead to license denial, suspension, revocation, or non-renewal. Importantly, a disorderly-premises finding does not require a criminal conviction or even the filing of criminal charges — the city's determination is based on substantial evidence alone.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Blaine Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. V § 18-323, rental property licensees are generally expected to actively monitor conduct at their properties and respond promptly whenever the city issues a notice of disorderly premises. Compliant operators typically document all corrective steps taken after each notice, submit the required written report within five days of a second-instance notice, and pursue eviction proceedings diligently when a tenant's conduct is the source of violations — since active eviction proceedings can shield a license from adverse action. Keeping thorough records of all communications with the city and all remedial actions taken within a license term is a practice consistent with the obligations this section creates.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Blaine Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. V § 18-323 places the primary compliance burden on the property's licensee, not on tenants directly, but the conduct of tenants, their guests, and invitees can trigger disorderly-premises findings that affect the rental dwelling's license. Tenants should be aware that the city can make a disorderly-premises determination based on substantial evidence even without a criminal charge, conviction, or acquittal — meaning a dismissed charge does not automatically prevent license action tied to their unit. Tenants who believe a disorderly-premises finding or related eviction proceeding is being pursued improperly may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Blaine's rental licensing rules for general information about their options.

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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