Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-104
Meaning of certain words
Operative Text
Whenever the words "rental dwelling," "rental dwelling unit," "premises," "building," or "structure" are used in this article, they shall be construed as though they were followed by the words "or any part thereof."
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-104 is a definitional rule that expands the reach of several key terms used throughout Article IV. Whenever the article refers to a "rental dwelling," "rental dwelling unit," "premises," "building," or "structure," that reference automatically covers not just the whole property but also any portion of it. This means regulations written for an entire building or unit apply equally to partial spaces — such as a single room, a floor, or a shared area — without needing to spell that out each time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8-104, a compliant operator understands that Article IV's requirements are not limited to whole buildings or complete rental units — they extend to every discrete part of a covered property. Landlords and property managers generally apply the article's standards to individual rooms, common areas, accessory structures, and any other portions of a rental property, not just to the property taken as a whole. Keeping this broad scope in mind helps ensure that no part of a managed property is inadvertently treated as falling outside the article's obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-104 of Excelsior Code ch. 8, art. IV means that tenants who occupy only a portion of a building — such as a single room or a shared space — are generally covered by the same Article IV protections as tenants of a full rental unit. If a landlord argues that a particular rule doesn't apply because a tenant doesn't rent an entire dwelling, this definitional provision may be relevant to that dispute. Tenants who believe their partial-occupancy situation is being used to deny them protections under Article IV may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general information about how this provision applies.
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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