Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1000
Storage near heating plant (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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No person shall store or permit the storage of any combustible material, other than fuel used in conjunction with the heating system, within ten (10) feet of any heating plant or furnace. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 75.110)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.1000 prohibits storing combustible materials within ten feet of a heating plant or furnace, with the only exception being fuel that is actually used to operate that heating system. The rule applies to any person — owner, occupant, or manager — who stores or allows such materials to be stored in that zone. Its purpose is to reduce fire risk by keeping ignition sources clear of flammable items near heating equipment.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 244.1000, compliant property operators routinely inspect the area within ten feet of every heating plant or furnace and ensure that combustible materials — such as cardboard, paper, paint, or stored furniture — are removed or relocated. Operators also communicate this requirement to tenants who have access to mechanical rooms or shared utility spaces. Maintaining clear documentation of regular inspections near heating equipment is a common practice for demonstrating ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 244.1000 applies to any person who stores or permits storage of combustibles near a heating plant, which can include tenants who control a basement, utility closet, or mechanical room. If a tenant believes a landlord is allowing unsafe storage of combustible materials within ten feet of a furnace, they may report the condition to Minneapolis code enforcement or housing inspection authorities. Tenant-rights organizations in Minneapolis can provide general information about how housing code complaints are filed and what protections may apply during that process.
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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