Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15 § 15.188
CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY (Bloomington Buildings and Structures Code)
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The fee shall be based on the valuation of the structure as set forth in City Code Appendix A . (1958 Code, § 60.08) (Added by Ord. 133, passed 4-17-1958; Ord. 190, passed 9-16-1952; Ord. 195, passed 11-25-1952; Ord. 97, passed 12-17-1956; Ord. 107, passed 5-20-1957; Ord. 109, passed 5-20-1957; Ord. 188, passed 5-7-1959; Ord. 99, passed 1-8-1963; Ord. 72-58, passed 11-20-1972; Ord. 76-56, passed 12-6-1976; Ord. 81-8, passed 3-9-1981; Ord. 2022-40 , passed 8-29-2022)
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.188 establishes that fees associated with certificates of occupancy are not set at a flat rate but are instead calculated based on the assessed valuation of the structure in question. The specific fee schedule is found in City Code Appendix A, which serves as the authoritative reference for determining the applicable amount. This provision has been amended multiple times over the decades, most recently by Ord. 2022-40 in August 2022.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.188, property owners and managers seeking a certificate of occupancy in Bloomington should expect the applicable fee to be tied directly to the valuation of their structure, as outlined in City Code Appendix A. Compliant operators typically review the current Appendix A fee schedule before submitting an application to ensure the correct payment is included. Consulting the City of Bloomington's building or licensing department can help confirm the current valuation thresholds and corresponding fees.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 15.188 of the Bloomington City Code governs how certificate-of-occupancy fees are calculated, which can be relevant to tenants who want to verify that a rental unit has been properly certified for occupancy. Tenants who have questions about whether a valid certificate of occupancy is in place for their unit may contact the City of Bloomington's building or housing department to request that information. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Minnesota housing law can also help explain how occupancy certification requirements may relate to a renter's broader housing rights.
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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