Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1120
Entry of true name in register (Minneapolis Housing Code)
Operative Text
No person shall write or cause to be written in any rooming house or lodging establishment register any other or different name than the true name of such person or the name by which such person is generally known. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 76.090; 2006-Or-073, § 16 , 6-30-06)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.1120 prohibits anyone from entering a false or assumed name in a rooming house or lodging establishment's register. The rule requires that every entry reflect either the person's legal name or the name by which they are commonly known. This applies to guests, residents, and anyone else who signs or causes a name to be recorded in such a register.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 244.1120, operators of rooming houses and lodging establishments are expected to maintain registers that contain only true or commonly known names for each occupant or guest. Compliant operators typically inform guests of this requirement at check-in and do not knowingly record or permit the recording of fictitious names. Keeping accurate registers also supports compliance with other licensing and record-keeping obligations that may apply to these property types in Minneapolis.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 244.1120 establishes that residents and guests of rooming houses or lodging establishments have an obligation to provide their true or commonly known name when signing in. If a tenant believes a register entry has been falsified in a way that affects their tenancy or rights, they may consider contacting the City of Minneapolis or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options. Awareness of this provision can also be relevant if a dispute arises over occupancy records or identity in a rooming house setting.
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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