Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1360
Bed linens and towels (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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The operator of every hotel shall supply and change bed linen and towels therein at least once each week, and prior to the letting of any room to another occupant. The operator shall be responsible for the maintenance of all supplied bedding mattresses and springs in a clean and sanitary manner. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 78170; 78-Or-244, § 49, 11-22-78)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.1360 establishes that hotel operators must replace bed linens and towels at minimum once per week and must provide fresh linens and towels whenever a room is turned over to a new guest. The rule also holds hotel operators accountable for keeping all supplied bedding, mattresses, and springs in a clean and sanitary condition. This provision sets a baseline hygiene standard that applies to every hotel operating within Minneapolis.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minneapolis Code § 244.1360, compliant hotel operators maintain a regular linen-and-towel exchange schedule that meets the weekly minimum and ensures a complete changeover of all bed linens and towels before any new occupant checks into a room. Operators also keep records or inspection routines that confirm mattresses, box springs, and other supplied bedding remain clean and sanitary at all times. Establishing clear housekeeping protocols and staff training around these requirements is a common practice among operators seeking to stay in compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code § 244.1360 gives hotel guests a right to clean bed linens and towels that have been changed at least weekly and before their occupancy begins, as well as sanitary mattresses and bedding. Guests who believe a hotel is not meeting these standards may report concerns to the City of Minneapolis's relevant code enforcement or inspections office. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing advocacy groups can also help guests understand what options are generally available when a hotel appears to be in violation of this provision.
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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