Madison Lake, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 100 (2026) § 150.23
STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS
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(A) Generally. Buildings or structures, may be of any type of construction permitted by the Building Code. Roofs, floors, walls, foundations, and all other structural components of buildings shall be capable of resisting any and all forces and loads to which they may be subjected. All structural elements shall be proportioned and joined in accordance with the street limitations and design criteria as specified in the appropriate sections of the Building Code. Buildings of every permitted type of construction shall comply with the applicable requirements of the Building Code. (B) Shelter. Every building shall be weather protected so as to provide shelter for the occupants against the elements and to exclude dampness. (C) Protection of materials. All wood shall be protected against termite damage and decay as provided in the Building Code. (Ord. 148, passed 9-11-1989) Penalty, see § 10.99
Madison Lake Ch. 100 Rental Dwellings § 150.23 establishes baseline structural standards for rental buildings. Every building must be constructed and maintained so that its structural components—roofs, floors, walls, and foundations—can withstand applicable forces and loads, and the building must be weather-tight enough to shelter occupants from the elements and prevent dampness. Additionally, all wood components must be protected against termite damage and decay in accordance with the Building Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Madison Lake Ch. 100 Rental Dwellings § 150.23, compliant property operators generally ensure that all structural elements are built and maintained in conformance with the Madison Lake Building Code, including load-bearing capacity and proper jointing. Operators also routinely inspect and maintain roofs, walls, and other envelope components to keep buildings weather-protected and free from moisture intrusion. Wood materials throughout the property are typically treated or protected against termites and decay as the Building Code specifies, and records of such treatments are commonly kept on file.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Madison Lake Ch. 100 Rental Dwellings § 150.23 gives occupants a basis to expect that their rental building is structurally sound, weather-protected, and free from conditions like dampness or termite damage that the provision is designed to prevent. If a tenant observes conditions such as a leaking roof, failing walls, moisture intrusion, or visible wood decay, those observations may be relevant to a potential violation of this section, with penalties referenced at § 10.99. Tenants who believe these standards are not being met can document the conditions, notify the landlord in writing, and explore options such as contacting local housing or building code enforcement authorities or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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