Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 240.30
Enforcement authority (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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The Minneapolis Health Department shall have the authority to enforce Minn. Statutes, Chapter 144 and amendments thereto, and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4761 and amendments thereto. In accordance with Chapter 244 of this Code, the department may conduct an inspection of a dwelling, dwelling unit, and supplemental location or premises on surfaces, substances, or objects which the department has reason to believe constitutes a lead-based hazard. (2000-Or-125, § 1, 12-15-00; 2013-Or-159, § 1, 12-6-13; Ord. No. 2025-063 , § 2, 12-11-25)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 240.30 designates the Minneapolis Health Department as the agency responsible for enforcing state lead-safety laws, specifically Minnesota Statutes Chapter 144 and Minnesota Rules Chapter 4761, as they apply to residential properties. Under this provision, the department is authorized to inspect dwellings, individual dwelling units, and related premises whenever it has reason to believe a lead-based hazard may be present on surfaces, substances, or objects. Inspections are conducted in accordance with Chapter 244 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances.
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Under § 240.30, the Minneapolis Health Department holds the authority to enter and inspect a rental property—including individual units and supplemental areas—when it has reason to believe a lead-based hazard exists. Operators of residential properties generally maintain records of lead assessments, remediation work, and compliance with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 144 and Minnesota Rules Chapter 4761 so they can demonstrate good-faith compliance if an inspection occurs. Cooperating with department inspectors and addressing identified hazards promptly are hallmarks of compliant property management under this framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 240.30 establishes that tenants living in Minneapolis dwellings have the backing of the Minneapolis Health Department's enforcement authority when lead-based hazards are a concern. If a tenant has reason to believe their unit contains a lead-based hazard on surfaces, substances, or objects, this provision gives the department the power to conduct an inspection under Chapter 244 of the Minneapolis Code. Tenants who suspect a lead hazard may contact the Minneapolis Health Department directly to request an investigation, and may also consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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