Dayton, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 113 (2026) § 113.055
STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS
Operative Text
All existing structural components in roofs, floors, walls and foundations are deemed acceptable provided that in the opinion of the code official such components have been properly maintained and do not make the building hazardous as defined by M.S. § 463.15, Subd. 3, as it may be amended from time to time. (Ord. 2018-18, passed 2-28-2018; Ord. 2019-07, passed 6-11-2019)
Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.055 establishes that existing structural components — including roofs, floors, walls, and foundations — are considered acceptable as long as the code official determines they have been properly maintained and do not render the building hazardous under the definition provided in Minnesota Statutes § 463.15, Subd. 3. The standard is not about perfection or newness, but about whether the components have been kept up and remain safe. A code official's on-site judgment is central to whether a given structure meets this threshold.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 113.055, property owners and managers are generally expected to keep all structural components — roofs, floors, walls, and foundations — in a properly maintained condition so that a code official would not classify the building as hazardous under M.S. § 463.15, Subd. 3. Compliant operators typically conduct routine inspections of these components, address deterioration promptly, and keep records of maintenance and repairs. Proactive upkeep is the practical foundation for meeting this standard during any official inspection.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 113.055 means that tenants living in rental dwellings in Dayton have a right to structural components — such as roofs, floors, walls, and foundations — that are properly maintained and not hazardous as defined under M.S. § 463.15, Subd. 3. If a tenant observes conditions suggesting structural deterioration or hazard, general enforcement paths include contacting the local code official to request an inspection or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Documenting observed conditions with photographs and written notes is a common first step that tenants in similar situations often take.
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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