Linwood Township, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. V § 8-362
Refuse
Operative Text
Each rental dwelling shall have an adequate number of refuse containers to hold the amount of refuse produced by the occupants of the rental dwelling or as required elsewhere by this Code. Containers shall be rodent- and animal-proof plastic, fiberglass or rust-resistant metal with a tight-fitting cover. Tenants shall properly dispose of their recyclables, rubbish, garbage and other organic waste.
Section 8-362 of the Linwood Township Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. V establishes that every rental dwelling must be equipped with a sufficient number of refuse containers to handle the waste generated by its occupants. Those containers must be made of durable, rodent- and animal-proof materials—such as plastic, fiberglass, or rust-resistant metal—and must have tight-fitting lids. Tenants are also required to properly sort and dispose of recyclables, rubbish, garbage, and other organic waste.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Linwood Township Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-362, compliant rental property operators generally ensure that each rental dwelling is supplied with enough refuse containers to accommodate the volume of waste its occupants produce. Those containers are typically constructed of approved materials—plastic, fiberglass, or rust-resistant metal—and fitted with secure, tight-fitting covers that prevent access by rodents and animals. Operators commonly review container quantities and condition periodically to confirm ongoing compliance with this provision and any related sections of the Code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-362 of Linwood Township Code ch. 8, art. V places a responsibility on tenants to properly dispose of recyclables, rubbish, garbage, and other organic waste using the containers provided at the rental dwelling. If a rental unit lacks an adequate number of properly constructed, animal-proof refuse containers with tight-fitting covers, that may represent a condition worth documenting and reporting to the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenants who believe their dwelling does not meet the standards set out in this provision may consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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