Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15 § 15.142
DEFINITIONS (Bloomington Buildings and Structures Code)
Operative Text
The following words and terms, when used in this Division B , shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. SANITARY SEWER CONNECTION. The installation of a hookup or connection from the municipal sanitary sewer line in a street or easement to the structure to be served thereby. STORM SEWER CONNECTION. The installation of a hookup or connection from the municipal storm sewer line in a street or easement to the structure to be served thereby or to any inlet or catch basin on the property drained by the storm sewer. WATER CONNECTION. The installation of a hookup or connection from the municipal water line in a street easement to the structure to be served thereby, including the placing of water meter within the structure. (1958 Code, § 56.02) (Ord. 71-18, passed 3-15-1971)
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.142 establishes the official meanings of three key infrastructure terms used throughout Division B of the code. A 'sanitary sewer connection,' 'storm sewer connection,' and 'water connection' each refer specifically to the physical installation of a hookup running from a municipal line in a street or easement to the structure being served. These definitions set the interpretive boundaries for all related rules in Division B, ensuring consistent application of the terms wherever they appear.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Bloomington should be aware that § 15.142 precisely defines what qualifies as a sanitary sewer, storm sewer, or water connection under Division B. Compliant operators generally ensure that any installation work described in permits, contracts, or compliance documents uses these terms consistent with their defined meanings — for example, understanding that a water connection includes placement of the water meter inside the structure. Familiarity with these definitions helps operators accurately interpret their obligations under related provisions in Division B.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 15.142 of Bloomington's Code of Ordinances defines the infrastructure terms that underpin Division B's rules about sewer and water connections to residential structures. Tenants who encounter disputes or questions involving sanitary sewer, storm sewer, or water service to their home may find it useful to understand that these terms have specific legal meanings under the code. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Bloomington's municipal code can help residents understand how these definitions apply to broader service or habitability concerns.
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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