Mendota Heights, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 1301 (2026) § 3-5-5
ENFORCEMENT
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The application for a dwelling unit rental license will be reviewed by the city administrator. The city administrator may conduct inspections of the rental dwelling units to determine the compliance with the applicable provisions of this code. A. License Suspension Or Revocation, Or Refusal To Renew: A dwelling unit rental license is subject to suspension or revocation by the city council, or the city may refuse to renew a license that expires, for the reasons specified herein. Prior to suspension, revocation, the owner shall be notified in writing at least five (5) days prior to the city council's consideration of such action. In the event that a dwelling unit rental license is suspended or revoked by the city council, or a renewal application is denied, it shall be unlawful for the owner to thereafter permit any new occupancies for vacant, or thereafter vacated dwelling units, until the dwelling unit rental license has been reissued. Issuance of a new dwelling unit rental license shall be made in the manner provided in section 3-5-3 of this chapter for obtaining an initial license. A dwelling unit rental license may be suspended or revoked, or renewal may be refused, for any of the following reasons: 1. Failure of owner or its agent to operate or maintain the dwelling unit in compliance with the provisions of the city's regulations. 2. The activities of the owner or tenants of the rental unit create or have created a danger to the public health, safety or welfare. 3. The owner or tenants of the rental unit occupy and/or operate the unit in a manner that permits conditions that injure, annoy, or endanger the safety, health, morals, comfort and repose of any member of the public. (Ord. 407, 4-4-2006)
Mendota Heights Ch. 1301 § 3-5-5 establishes an enforcement framework under which the city administrator reviews rental license applications and may inspect dwelling units for code compliance. The city council holds authority to suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a rental license when an owner or tenants fail to maintain the unit properly, create public health or safety hazards, or allow conditions that harm or endanger others. Before any suspension or revocation, the owner must receive written notice at least five days before the city council considers the action. Once a license is suspended or revoked, the owner may not allow new occupancies in vacant or vacated units until a new license is properly issued.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Mendota Heights Ch. 1301 § 3-5-5, compliant rental property operators generally keep their units maintained in accordance with city regulations and ensure that neither their own conduct nor that of tenants creates conditions dangerous to public health, safety, or welfare. Operators typically maintain records and respond promptly to any written notices from the city administrator, since the five-day notice window before city council action is relatively short. Staying current with license renewal requirements and addressing code deficiencies proactively helps avoid the serious consequence of being prohibited from filling vacant units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Mendota Heights Ch. 1301 § 3-5-5 provides a framework that can affect tenants when a landlord's license is suspended or revoked — once that happens, the owner is prohibited from permitting new occupancies in vacant or vacated units until a new license is issued. Tenants who believe their building has conditions that violate city maintenance standards may contact the city administrator, who has authority to inspect rental units for compliance under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help residents understand what options may be available when a property's license status is in question.
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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