Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1900
Issuance of license (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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When, upon completion of an inspection of a building and rental dwellings therein, the director of regulatory services finds that the minimum standards for licensing set forth in this article have been met, a rental dwelling license may be issued.
Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 244.1900 establishes the condition under which a rental dwelling license may be issued: the director of regulatory services must first complete an inspection of the building and its rental units and find that the minimum licensing standards set out in the article have been satisfied. The license is not issued automatically upon application — it follows a completed inspection and an affirmative finding of compliance. This provision governs the gateway step between applying for a rental license and actually receiving one.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 244.1900, a rental dwelling license in Minneapolis is issued only after the director of regulatory services has inspected the property and confirmed it meets the article's minimum standards. Operators who maintain their buildings in compliance with those standards before and during the inspection process are positioned to receive licensure without delay. Property managers generally keep units and common areas in good repair, address code deficiencies proactively, and cooperate with the inspection process to facilitate a timely finding of compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 244.1900 means that any landlord renting out a dwelling in Minneapolis is required to hold a license that was issued only after a regulatory inspection confirmed minimum standards were met. Tenants who believe their building is being rented without a valid license, or that it would not pass the required inspection, may contact the Minneapolis Department of Regulatory Services to inquire about a property's license status or to report concerns. Tenant-rights organizations in Minneapolis can also help residents understand what the minimum licensing standards cover and what options exist when a rental unit may not be in compliance.
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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