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Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.560

Plumbing fixtures (Minneapolis Housing Code)

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Operative Text

Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.560
Every supplied plumbing fixture and all water and waste pipes shall be installed in a nonhazardous manner and maintained free from defects, leaks or obstructions. Water closets shall be provided with seats which can be maintained in a sanitary condition. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 72.070; 78-Or-244, § 23 , 11-22-78)
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Plain English

Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 244.560 establishes that all plumbing fixtures, water lines, and waste pipes in rental dwellings must be installed safely and kept free from defects, leaks, and blockages. Toilets must be equipped with seats that can be kept in a sanitary condition. The rule applies to the ongoing condition of the plumbing, not just its initial installation.

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For Property Managers

Under § 244.560, compliant property operators routinely inspect all plumbing fixtures, supply lines, and drain pipes to ensure they remain free of leaks, defects, and obstructions. Toilet seats must be present and maintained in a condition that allows for proper sanitation. Operators generally document inspections and address reported plumbing issues promptly to stay in compliance with this provision.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Minneapolis Code § 244.560 gives tenants the right to plumbing fixtures, pipes, and toilet seats that are safe, functional, and sanitary. If a unit has leaking pipes, defective fixtures, missing or unsanitary toilet seats, or blocked drains, tenants may report these conditions to Minneapolis Regulatory Services, which handles housing code complaints. Tenant-rights organizations in Minneapolis can also explain general options, such as raising a code violation as part of a rent-related proceeding.

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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