Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.1990
Remedies in this article not exclusive (Minneapolis Housing Code)
Operative Text
The remedies provided in this article are not exclusive. They are in addition to, and do not supersede or preempt, other remedies such as condemnation, written violation orders and warnings, criminal charges for violation of substantive provisions of any city or state code relating to housing maintenance, fire safety, building codes, zoning, health, and the like. Further, the remedies in this article do not supersede or affect the legal rights and remedies of tenants provided under state law or this Code. (90-Or-235, § 6, 9-14-90)
Minneapolis Code § 244.1990 establishes that the enforcement tools created within this article exist alongside — not instead of — other available legal mechanisms. Authorities may still pursue condemnation, written violation orders, criminal charges, or other remedies under city or state housing, fire safety, building, zoning, and health codes. Importantly, the article's remedies do not diminish or replace any rights that tenants already hold under Minnesota state law or other provisions of the Minneapolis Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 244.1990, property owners and managers should understand that compliance with one enforcement action does not shield them from additional proceedings under separate city or state codes. A compliant operator remains aware that housing maintenance, fire safety, building code, zoning, and health violations can each trigger their own independent enforcement tracks simultaneously. Operators generally maintain thorough records of all corrective actions taken, since multiple agencies or legal channels may be active at the same time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 244.1990 makes clear that tenants retain all rights and remedies available to them under Minnesota state law and the broader Minneapolis Code, independent of whatever enforcement actions the city may be pursuing under this article. This means a tenant's ability to raise housing violations as a defense in court, seek rent remedies, or file complaints with relevant city or state agencies is preserved and not limited by this provision. Tenants who believe their housing rights have been violated may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand the full range of options available under both city and state law.
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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