Maple Grove, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-397
Inspection of premises prior to issuance of license; minimum standards
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The city shall not issue or renew a license under this article unless the rental unit and its premises conform to the ordinances of the city. The city shall require an inspection of the proposed rental unit and premises to make that determination. Failure to schedule or allow a request by the compliance official for an inspection shall result in rejection of the application or renewal. The minimum standard to be used for inspections by the compliance official shall be section 8-90 and shall include inspection of the building exterior, common areas, basements, and accessory structures on the property.
Under Maple Grove Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-397, the city is prohibited from issuing or renewing a rental license unless the unit and its premises meet city ordinance standards. Before a license can be granted or renewed, an inspection must be conducted by a compliance official using the minimum standards set out in section 8-90, covering the building exterior, common areas, basements, and accessory structures. If an applicant fails to schedule or permit the required inspection, the application or renewal will be rejected.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Maple Grove Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-397 makes inspection compliance a prerequisite for obtaining or renewing a rental license. Operators who maintain licensure generally ensure that their rental units, building exteriors, common areas, basements, and accessory structures are kept in conformance with city ordinances and section 8-90 standards before an inspection is requested. Promptly scheduling and allowing access for the compliance official's inspection is a standard part of the licensing process, as failure to do so results in automatic rejection of the application or renewal.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Maple Grove Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-397, tenants have an interest in knowing that their rental unit is required to pass a city inspection—covering the exterior, common areas, basements, and accessory structures—before a landlord can legally obtain or renew a rental license. If a rental unit is being operated without a valid license, that may be relevant information when raising concerns with the city or a local tenant-rights organization. Tenants who have questions about whether their unit has passed inspection or whether a valid license is in place can contact the city's compliance office directly for records or 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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