Lakeville, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 9 (2026) § 9-9-3
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This chapter applies to any dwelling, and any dwelling unit therein, that is a residential rental property as defined herein, including garages, storage buildings and appurtenances. Except as hereinafter provided, it is unlawful for any person to rent to another person for occupancy any dwelling unit unless it has been registered with the City and a certificate of registration has been issued pursuant to this chapter. The following uses shall be exempt from the registration requirements: A. Minnesota Department of Health licensed facilities, including assisted living facilities, supervised living facilities, boarding care homes, and nursing homes; provided that the owner of or agent of such licensed facility must provide the current license or registration number for the facility; B. Hotels or motels; and C. An owner-occupied dwelling unit. (Ord. 1084, 9-18-2023)
Under Lakeville Ch. 9 Rental Registration § 9-9-3, any residential rental property in Lakeville — including associated garages, storage buildings, and appurtenances — must be registered with the City and hold a valid certificate of registration before it can lawfully be rented for occupancy. Renting a dwelling unit without that registration in place is explicitly prohibited. Three categories are carved out from this requirement: Minnesota Department of Health–licensed facilities (such as assisted living and nursing homes, provided a current license number is supplied), hotels and motels, and owner-occupied dwelling units.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential rental properties in Lakeville should ensure that every dwelling unit subject to § 9-9-3 is registered with the City and that a certificate of registration has been issued before any tenancy begins. Compliant operators keep registration current and on file, and they confirm whether any of their properties qualify for an exemption — such as a Minnesota Department of Health–licensed facility, for which the current license number must be provided to the City. Owners who occupy one of their own units should verify whether that specific unit meets the owner-occupied exemption before assuming registration is unnecessary for the broader property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Lakeville Ch. 9 Rental Registration § 9-9-3 establishes that a dwelling unit generally must be registered with the City and carry a certificate of registration before it can lawfully be rented — meaning tenants have an interest in knowing whether their unit is properly registered. If a unit appears to lack registration, tenants may consider contacting the City of Lakeville directly to inquire about compliance or to file a complaint, or they may reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Because registration status can be relevant to the validity of a tenancy, tenants who have concerns about their specific situation may also wish to consult with a housing attorney or legal aid provider familiar with Minnesota landlord-tenant law.
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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