Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-122
Lavatory sink
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Within every rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit there shall be an approved lavatory sink. Said lavatory sink may be in the same room as the flush water closet, or if located in another room, the lavatory sink shall be located in close proximity to the door leading directly into the room in which said water closet is located. The lavatory sink shall be in good working condition, shall be properly connected to an approved water supply system, shall provide at all times an adequate amount of heated and unheated running water under pressure, and shall be connected to an approved sewer system.
Under Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-122, every rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit must contain an approved lavatory sink that is in good working condition. The sink must be properly connected to both an approved water supply system — delivering hot and cold running water under pressure at all times — and an approved sewer system. If the sink is not in the same room as the toilet, it must be placed in close proximity to the door of the room where the toilet is located.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-122 requires that compliant rental operators ensure every dwelling unit contains an approved lavatory sink that is continuously maintained in good working condition. Operators generally verify that the sink is connected to an approved water supply delivering both heated and unheated water under pressure at all times, as well as to an approved sewer system. When a sink is not located in the same room as the toilet, compliant operators position it in close proximity to the door of the toilet room to satisfy the placement requirement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-122 establishes a tenant's right to a properly functioning lavatory sink in their rental dwelling, with continuous access to both hot and cold running water under pressure and proper sewer drainage. If a sink is absent, broken, lacks running water, or is improperly placed relative to the toilet, this provision may be relevant to a housing code complaint or a defense in certain legal proceedings. Tenants who believe this standard is not being met may consider contacting local housing or code enforcement authorities, reaching out to a tenant-rights organization, or consulting with a legal aid provider familiar with Excelsior housing regulations.
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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