Brainerd, Minn., City Code § 425 (2026) § 425.5001
New Units Prohibited; Removal of Existing
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425.5001 New Units Prohibited; Removal of Existing. New shared bath dwelling units shall not be installed. Existing shared bath dwelling units not of record shall be vacated and removed. ARTICLE VI. BUILDING SECURITY
Section 425.5001 of the Brainerd, MN City Code establishes a prohibition on the creation of new shared bath dwelling units within the city. Additionally, any existing shared bath dwelling units that are not officially on record must be vacated and physically removed. This provision effectively freezes the stock of lawfully recognized shared bath units and requires the elimination of any unrecorded ones.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 425.5001 of the Brainerd Rental Housing Code, compliant property operators do not add or construct any new shared bath dwelling units to their properties. Operators who have existing shared bath units verify that those units are properly recorded; any unrecorded shared bath units are vacated and removed in accordance with the code. Maintaining accurate records of all dwelling unit types is a standard practice for operators seeking to remain in compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 425.5001 of the Brainerd Rental Housing Code means that tenants living in a shared bath dwelling unit have a right to know whether that unit is officially on record, since unrecorded units are required to be vacated and removed. If a tenant believes they are occupying an unrecorded shared bath unit, they may consider contacting the Brainerd city code enforcement office to inquire about the unit's status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Minnesota housing law can also help residents understand what options are generally available when a unit may not comply with local housing codes.
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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