Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.260
Compliance required (Minneapolis Housing Code)
Operative Text
No person shall occupy as owner-occupant or let or allow another to occupy any dwelling, dwelling unit or other structure for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which does not comply with the requirements set forth in this article. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 70.010; Ord. of 7-26-74, § 1)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.260 establishes a baseline compliance requirement for all residential dwellings and dwelling units in the city. No dwelling may be occupied for living, sleeping, cooking, or eating purposes unless it meets the standards set out in the housing article. This rule applies equally to owner-occupants and to landlords who rent or otherwise allow others to use a space for residential purposes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 244.260, operators of rental housing in Minneapolis are generally expected to ensure that every dwelling unit meets the city's housing code standards before allowing occupancy. Compliant operators routinely inspect units against the requirements of the housing article, address deficiencies before a new tenancy begins, and maintain conditions throughout the tenancy. Allowing a non-compliant unit to be occupied can expose a property owner to enforcement action under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 244.260 establishes that tenants have a right to occupy a dwelling that meets Minneapolis's housing code requirements. If a unit appears to fall short of those standards, tenants can document the conditions and consider filing a complaint with the city's housing inspection services, or raising the violation as a defense in relevant legal proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations in Minneapolis can help residents understand what options may be available 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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