Grand Rapids, Minn., Mun. Code ch. 28 (2026) § 28-77
Vacation
Operative Text
When an application for a registration permit has been denied, or a registration permit has been revoked, suspended, or not renewed, the city building official shall order the dwelling or the affected dwelling units therein vacated, giving tenants a reasonable time to arrange new housing and to move their possessions. HISTORY Adopted by Ord. 21-02-01 on 2/22/2021
Grand Rapids Ch. 28 Rental Housing Code § 28-77 establishes that when a rental property's registration permit is denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed, the city building official is authorized to order the affected dwelling or individual units to be vacated. Tenants are entitled to a reasonable period of time to find new housing and move their belongings before the vacation order takes effect. This rule applies to the entire dwelling or only the affected units, depending on the circumstances of the permit action.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Grand Rapids Ch. 28 Rental Housing Code § 28-77, operators whose registration permit is denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed face a mandatory vacation order issued by the city building official. Compliant operators generally maintain their registration permits in good standing to avoid triggering this provision, which can result in tenants being ordered to vacate. Staying current with permit renewals and promptly addressing any compliance issues that could jeopardize registration status are hallmarks of responsible property management under this code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Grand Rapids Ch. 28 Rental Housing Code § 28-77 provides that if a landlord's registration permit is denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed, tenants cannot be forced out immediately — the city building official must allow a reasonable time to find new housing and move possessions. Tenants who receive a vacation order may wish to contact the city building department to understand the timeline and their rights under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations in the Grand Rapids area can also help residents understand what options may be available when a vacation order is issued.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 13, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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