Jackson, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 97 (2026) § 97.05
MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS
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All records, files and documents pertaining to rental unit registration, inspections and complaints shall be retained and maintained by the City for ten years; and will be available to the public as allowed, permitted or required by state law or city ordinance. (Ord. 19, 6 th Series, passed 4-3-2007)
Jackson Ch. 97 Rental Housing Minimum Maintenance § 97.05 establishes that the City of Jackson is responsible for keeping all records related to rental unit registration, inspections, and complaints for a minimum of ten years. These records are not sealed away permanently — they remain accessible to the public to the extent that state law or city ordinance permits or requires such access. The provision places the records-retention obligation squarely on the City, not on individual landlords or tenants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Jackson Ch. 97 § 97.05, the City — not the property owner — bears the formal obligation to retain rental housing records for ten years. However, compliant operators generally keep their own copies of registration confirmations, inspection reports, and complaint correspondence, since City-held records may be referenced in future proceedings. Knowing that these records remain publicly accessible for a decade underscores the importance of maintaining accurate and complete submissions to the City.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Jackson Ch. 97 § 97.05 means that records of inspections and complaints related to your rental unit are preserved by the City for ten years and may be accessible to the public under state law or city ordinance. If you believe a prior complaint or inspection is relevant to a current housing concern, you may be able to request those records through the City's public-records process. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Jackson's ordinances can help explain what records may be available and how to request them.
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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