Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.2130
Relocation assistance (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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(a) If during the tenant protection period the new owner of an affordable housing building terminates or refuses to renew any affordable housing dwelling unit tenant's rental agreement without cause, then upon terminating or refusing to renew the tenant's lease, the new owner shall pay relocation assistance to the tenant, not later than the day upon which the tenant vacates the unit. (b) If during the tenant protection period the new owner of an affordable housing building raises any affordable housing dwelling unit tenant's rent, or rescreens an existing affordable housing dwelling unit tenant, and the tenant gives written notice to the new owner to terminate the rental agreement, the new owner, shall within thirty (30) days of receiving the tenant's written notice of termination of the rental agreement, pay relocation assistance to the tenant. ( Ord. No. 2018-063 , § 1, 11-2-18)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.2130 establishes a relocation assistance requirement that applies during a defined 'tenant protection period' following the sale of an affordable housing building. Under this provision, if the new owner ends or declines to renew a tenancy without cause, relocation assistance must be paid no later than the day the tenant vacates. Separately, if the new owner raises rent or rescreens an existing tenant and the tenant chooses to terminate the rental agreement in writing, the new owner must pay relocation assistance within 30 days of receiving that written notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
New owners of affordable housing buildings subject to § 244.2130 generally track the tenant protection period carefully and document any actions that could trigger relocation assistance obligations. Compliant operators ensure that relocation assistance payments are delivered by the statutory deadline — either by the day of vacancy for no-cause terminations or within 30 days of receiving a tenant's written termination notice following a rent increase or rescreening. Maintaining clear records of all lease actions, rent changes, and tenant communications during the protection period is a standard practice for operators managing compliance with this ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.2130 gives tenants in affordable housing buildings certain protections during the tenant protection period following a sale, including the right to receive relocation assistance if the new owner terminates or refuses to renew their lease without cause. Tenants who receive a rent increase or are rescreened by a new owner may also be entitled to relocation assistance if they choose to provide written notice terminating their rental agreement. Tenants who believe these rights have been violated may consider contacting the City of Minneapolis, a local tenant-rights organization, or consulting with a housing attorney to understand available options.
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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