Dayton, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 113 (2026) § 113.105
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(A) Any building or portion thereof that is determined to be an unsafe building in accordance with this chapter, or any building or portion thereof, including any dwelling unit, guest room or suite of rooms, or the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the conditions referenced in this section to an extent that endangers the life, limb, health, property, safety or welfare of the public or the occupants thereof, shall be deemed and hereby are declared to be substandard buildings. (B) The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to public health, safety or welfare. (Ord. 2018-18, passed 2-28-2018; Ord. 2019-07, passed 6-11-2019) Penalty, see § 113.999
Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.105 establishes two related standards for residential buildings. First, any building or part of a building—including individual dwelling units, guest rooms, or suites—that is unsafe or contains conditions that endanger the life, health, safety, or welfare of occupants or the public may be officially classified as a 'substandard building.' Second, the exterior of any structure must be kept in good repair, structurally sound, and sanitary so that it does not threaten public health, safety, or welfare.
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Under § 113.105, compliant property owners and managers routinely inspect and maintain building exteriors to ensure they remain structurally sound, in good repair, and free of sanitary hazards. Operators also address interior conditions—within individual units, guest rooms, or common areas—that could endanger occupants or the public, since such conditions can trigger a formal 'substandard building' designation. Failure to meet these standards can expose a property to penalties under § 113.999, so proactive maintenance documentation is a common practice among compliant operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 113.105 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when a dwelling unit, guest room, or building exterior falls into disrepair or poses a threat to health, safety, or welfare. Tenants who believe their building meets the definition of a 'substandard building' under this provision may report conditions to Dayton's code enforcement authorities, who have the authority to inspect and act on violations. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the relevant local housing or building department, raising the violation as a defense in certain legal proceedings, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for 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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