Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1230
Inspection; recommendation to council (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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The commissioner of health shall inspect each hotel for which a license application is filed. The commissioner shall transmit to the city council a recommendation relative to such hotel license application. If the commissioner recommends that such application be denied, the reasons for such recommendation shall be set forth by the commissioner. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 78.030; Pet. No. 252271, § 27 , 5-11-90; 2013-Or-161, § 30, 12-6-13)
Under Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 244.1230, the city's commissioner of health is required to physically inspect every hotel that submits a license application before that application is acted upon. After the inspection, the commissioner forwards a formal recommendation to the city council regarding whether the license should be granted or denied. If the recommendation is for denial, the commissioner must document and communicate the specific reasons supporting that conclusion.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators seeking a hotel license in Minneapolis should be aware that § 244.1230 makes a health department inspection a mandatory step in the licensing process. A compliant operator generally ensures the property is accessible and ready for inspection at the time of application, and maintains conditions that align with applicable health and safety standards. If the commissioner recommends denial, the stated reasons provide a roadmap for understanding what deficiencies the council will be considering.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 244.1230 establishes a public health review mechanism that applies to hotels in Minneapolis, which can include certain residential hotel or lodging arrangements. Guests or residents who have concerns about health or safety conditions at a licensed hotel may find it useful to contact the Minneapolis commissioner of health, as that office holds inspection authority under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations or housing advocacy groups can help individuals understand how this licensing and inspection framework may relate to their specific living situation.
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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