Maple Grove, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-449
Notices to short-term rental licensee
Operative Text
Whenever a notice is required to be sent to or served upon the licensee of a short-term rental under this division, notice shall be deemed sufficient if sent by certified mail to the owner or owner's designated agent at the address specified in the last license application filed with the city. If a notice sent to the address specified in the last license application is returned, and the owner or owner's agent cannot be found, then notice shall be sent to the person designated in the last license application as responsible for the maintenance and management of the premises, or any other known caretaker or manager, and a notice shall also be posted on the building.
Maple Grove Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-449 establishes how the city delivers official notices to short-term rental licensees. A notice is considered legally sufficient when sent by certified mail to the address the owner or their designated agent listed on the most recent license application. If that mailing is returned undeliverable and neither the owner nor their agent can be located, the city may instead direct notice to whoever was named in the application as responsible for maintenance and management — or any other known caretaker — and must also post a physical notice on the building itself.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of short-term rentals in Maple Grove should be aware that, under § 10-449, the address and contact information submitted on the most recent license application serves as the city's official channel for all required notices. A compliant operator keeps that application information current and ensures that any designated agent, maintenance contact, or caretaker listed is reachable and aware of their role. Outdated or inaccurate contact details on file could result in a notice being legally served without the owner ever receiving it in practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
While § 10-449 primarily governs how the city communicates with short-term rental licensees rather than tenants directly, understanding this provision can be useful for anyone trying to identify who is responsible for a licensed short-term rental property. The rule makes clear that the city relies on the most recent license application to locate the owner, their agent, or a maintenance contact — information that may be accessible through public records requests. Tenants or guests with concerns about a short-term rental may consider contacting the city, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or reviewing publicly available licensing records to identify the appropriate responsible party.
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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