Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-137
Safe building elements
Operative Text
Every foundation, roof, floor, exterior and interior wall, ceilings, inside and outside stairway, every porch and balcony, and every appurtenance thereto, shall be safe to use and capable of supporting loads required by the occupancy, as required by the Uniform Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code, as adopted by the city.
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-137 establishes that every structural and architectural element of a building — including foundations, roofs, floors, walls, ceilings, stairways, porches, and balconies — must be safe for use and structurally capable of bearing the loads appropriate to how the space is occupied. The standard of safety is set by the Uniform Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code as adopted by the city of Excelsior. This rule applies to both interior and exterior components, covering the full physical envelope of a residential structure.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8-137, compliant property operators routinely inspect and maintain all load-bearing and structural elements — foundations, roofs, floors, walls, ceilings, stairways, porches, and balconies — to ensure they remain safe and structurally sound in accordance with the Uniform Building Code and Uniform Fire Code as adopted by Excelsior. Operators generally document inspections and address deterioration, damage, or overloading conditions promptly before they create safety hazards. Keeping records of repairs and professional assessments supports a demonstrable pattern of compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-137 of the Excelsior Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when structural elements such as floors, stairways, balconies, or ceilings appear unsafe or incapable of supporting normal use. Tenants who observe such conditions may report them to the appropriate Excelsior building or code enforcement office, document the issue in writing to their landlord, or consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand available remedies. Depending on the severity, an unsafe structural condition under this provision may also be relevant as a defense or counterclaim in certain housing proceedings.
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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