Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1970
Vacation of affected dwelling units (Minneapolis Housing Code)
Operative Text
When an application for rental dwelling license has been denied, or a rental dwelling license or provisional license has been revoked, suspended, or not renewed, or when the owner has not obtained a current rental dwelling license or provisional license upon proper application as required by this chapter, the director of regulatory services shall order the dwelling or the affected dwelling units therein vacated, giving tenants a reasonable time to arrange new housing and to move their possessions. (90-Or-235, § 6, 9-14-90; 96-Or-129, § 2, 12-13-96; 2013-Or-161, § 50, 12-6-13)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.1970 establishes that when a rental dwelling license is denied, revoked, suspended, not renewed, or never properly obtained, the Director of Regulatory Services has the authority to order the affected dwelling units vacated. The rule requires that tenants be given a reasonable amount of time to find new housing and move their belongings before the vacation order takes effect. This provision applies to the entire dwelling or only the specific units affected by the licensing failure, depending on the circumstances.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minneapolis Code § 244.1970, operators of rental properties are expected to maintain a current, valid rental dwelling license or provisional license at all times to avoid triggering a vacation order from the Director of Regulatory Services. A compliant property manager typically ensures timely license renewals, responds promptly to any licensing deficiencies, and keeps documentation of all applications and approvals. Allowing a license to lapse, be revoked, or go unobtained can result in a mandatory order to vacate tenants from the affected units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code § 244.1970 provides tenants with the right to a reasonable period of time to secure new housing and move their possessions when a vacation order is issued due to a landlord's licensing failure. Tenants who receive a vacation notice may want to confirm whether the order applies to their specific unit or the entire building, and can contact the Minneapolis Department of Regulatory Services for details about the order. Tenant-rights organizations in Minneapolis can also help residents understand their options when facing displacement under 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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