Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15 § 15.93
SECURITY ENFORCEMENT (Bloomington Buildings and Structures Code)
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The Chief of Police is hereby authorized and directed to administer and enforce the provisions of this Article V relating to physical security requirements for buildings in the city which are used for business purposes. (1958 Code, § 40.02) (Ord. 67-71, passed 12-28-1967; Ord. 2002-1, passed 1-14-2002)
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.93 designates the Chief of Police as the official responsible for overseeing and enforcing the physical security standards set out in Article V for commercial buildings within the city. This provision establishes a clear line of administrative authority, meaning that compliance questions and enforcement actions related to building security requirements flow through the police department. The rule applies specifically to buildings used for business purposes, not residential properties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.93, commercial property owners and managers in Bloomington should be aware that the Chief of Police holds direct authority to administer and enforce physical security requirements for business-use buildings. Operators of compliant commercial properties generally maintain their premises in accordance with Article V's security standards and respond promptly to any inquiries or directives issued by the police department under this authority. Keeping documentation of security measures in place can support a showing of compliance if the department conducts a review.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
While § 15.93 is primarily directed at commercial buildings rather than residential tenancies, it establishes that the Bloomington Chief of Police is the enforcement authority for physical security requirements under Article V. Individuals with concerns about security conditions in a business-use building may direct those concerns to the Bloomington Police Department, which holds the mandate to act on such matters. Tenant-rights organizations or a legal aid resource can help clarify whether any related protections apply to a particular occupancy situation.
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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