Cambridge, Minn., City Code ch. 97 (2026) § 97.05
Inspection
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§ 97.05 INSPECTION For the purpose of determining compliance with the provisions of this chapter, the Building Inspector is authorized and directed to make inspections to determine the condition, use and occupancy of dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units and the premises upon which the same are located. For the purpose of making such inspections, the Building Inspector is authorized to enter, examine and survey all dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units and premises upon which the same are located at all reasonable times. The owner, operator and occupant of every dwelling, dwelling unit and rooming unit shall give the Building Inspector free access to such dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit and its premises for the purpose of such inspection, examination and survey. Every occupant of a dwelling shall give the owner thereof, or his or her agent or employee, access to any part of such dwelling or its premises, at all reasonable times for the purpose of making such repairs or alterations as are necessary to effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter. An administrative search warrant will be secured when required by law.
Cambridge, MN City Code § 97.05 establishes the authority of the Building Inspector to enter and examine dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and their surrounding premises at reasonable times in order to assess their condition, use, and occupancy for housing code compliance. Owners, operators, and occupants are required to provide the Building Inspector with free access for these inspections. Separately, occupants must also allow property owners or their agents access at reasonable times to make repairs or alterations needed to bring the property into compliance. When legally required, the Building Inspector must obtain an administrative search warrant before entering.
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Under Cambridge, MN City Code § 97.05, compliant property owners and operators generally ensure that the Building Inspector is granted free access to all dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and premises at reasonable times when an inspection is requested. Operators typically communicate inspection needs to occupants in advance and coordinate access so that the Building Inspector can carry out examinations without obstruction. Owners also generally retain the right to access units at reasonable times through themselves, agents, or employees to perform repairs or alterations required for code compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Cambridge, MN City Code § 97.05 means that tenants have a legal obligation to allow the Building Inspector access to their unit at reasonable times for housing code inspections, and to allow the property owner or their agent access for necessary repairs or alterations. Tenants should be aware that the Building Inspector is required to obtain an administrative search warrant when the law demands one, which provides a procedural protection around non-consensual entry. Tenants who have questions about their rights regarding access and inspections under § 97.05 may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general guidance.
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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