Maplewood, Minn., City Code ch. 12, art. XI § 12-463
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The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Adequate water flow means enough pressure to maintain at least a one-quarter-inch diameter (pencil-sized) flow of water from each of at least three or more plumbing fixtures at the same time. Contractual agreement means an agreement, written or otherwise, between a buyer and seller for the conveyance of or the intent to convey all or part of a housing unit or residential building. A contractual agreement shall include but not be limited to an earnest money contract, deed or purchase agreement. Housing unit means a single dwelling, a double-dwelling unit, a townhouse unit, a condominium unit as defined by state law, or any other attached housing unit designed for the occupancy of one family. A housing unit shall not include a manufactured home. Owner means a person having a vested interest in the housing unit or residential building in question. This includes his duly authorized agent or attorney, before a sale. Residential building means a building containing one or more housing units. Sale means the conveyance of a housing unit or residential building to a new owner. Cross reference-- Definitions generally, § 1-2 .
Maplewood City Code ch. 12, art. XI § 12-463 establishes the working definitions for key terms used throughout Article XI, which governs housing unit sales and inspections. Terms such as "adequate water flow," "housing unit," "owner," and "sale" carry specific, defined meanings within this article that may differ from everyday usage. For example, "adequate water flow" is defined with a precise technical standard—enough pressure to simultaneously supply at least three plumbing fixtures with a pencil-sized stream—and "housing unit" explicitly excludes manufactured homes.
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Property owners and managers operating under Maplewood City Code ch. 12, art. XI § 12-463 should be aware that the definitions in this section govern how terms are interpreted throughout Article XI. A compliant operator familiarizes themselves with the specific meaning of "owner," "housing unit," and "contractual agreement" as defined here, since these definitions shape obligations that arise during the sale process. Notably, the definition of "owner" extends to duly authorized agents or attorneys acting on behalf of the owner prior to a sale.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Maplewood City Code ch. 12, art. XI § 12-463 sets out the foundational definitions that apply to the rest of Article XI, which can affect tenant rights in the context of housing unit sales. Tenants should be aware that terms like "housing unit" and "sale" have specific legal meanings under this article, which may determine whether certain protections or requirements apply to their dwelling. Tenants with questions about how these definitions affect their situation may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Maplewood's housing code.
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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