Cottage Grove, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 15 (2026) § 3-15-11
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACTS OF MANAGER
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Licensees are responsible for the acts or omissions of their managers as it pertains to the rental dwelling.
Under Cottage Grove Ch. 15 Rental Licensing § 3-15-11, a rental property licensee bears responsibility for the conduct of any manager they employ or designate to oversee a rental dwelling. This means that if a manager acts improperly—or fails to act when required—the licensee cannot avoid accountability by pointing to the manager as a separate party. The rule effectively treats the licensee and their manager as a single responsible unit for purposes of the rental licensing framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Cottage Grove Ch. 15 Rental Licensing § 3-15-11 places the compliance burden squarely on the licensee, meaning that property owners and operators who delegate day-to-day management duties remain accountable for how those managers perform. Compliant operators typically vet managers carefully, establish clear written expectations, and maintain oversight systems to ensure that rental dwelling operations meet all applicable licensing standards. Keeping records of manager instructions, training, and communications is a common practice that supports accountability under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 3-15-11 of Cottage Grove's Rental Licensing chapter, tenants have the benefit of knowing that a property owner cannot deflect responsibility for a manager's misconduct or inaction by claiming the manager acted independently. If a manager fails to address a habitability issue, improperly handles a lease matter, or otherwise falls short of licensing obligations, the licensee remains the accountable party. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider contacting the Cottage Grove licensing or code enforcement office, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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