Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1700
Responsibility for security (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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The owner, operator, or agent in charge of buildings covered by this article shall be responsible for compliance with the terms and provisions of this article. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 153.050)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.1700 establishes that the legal responsibility for meeting the requirements set out in the relevant article rests with the owner, operator, or agent in charge of a covered building. This means that if a building is not in compliance, it is those parties—not the tenants—who bear accountability under the code. The provision does not create obligations for occupants; it directs responsibility upward to those who control or manage the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minneapolis Code § 244.1700, property owners, operators, and their designated agents are the parties held accountable for ensuring a building meets all requirements of the article. Compliant operators typically maintain clear lines of authority so that whoever acts as the agent in charge is fully informed of and empowered to address code obligations. Documenting management responsibilities and keeping records of compliance activities are practices commonly associated with meeting this standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code § 244.1700 makes clear that the burden of compliance with the article falls on the owner, operator, or agent in charge—not on tenants. If a tenant believes a building is out of compliance with the article's requirements, that tenant may have grounds to raise the violation with the city, contact Minneapolis's housing inspection services, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information. Understanding that § 244.1700 places responsibility on management can be relevant context when documenting concerns or pursuing available remedies.
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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