Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.890
Compliance required (Minneapolis Housing Code)
Operative Text
No person shall occupy as owner-occupant or shall let to another for occupancy any dwelling, dwelling unit, tenement house, rooming house, rooming unit, hotel or hotel unit, lodging house or lodging unit which does not comply with the applicable fire prevention provisions of this Ordinance Code and the following additional standards for safety from fire. (Code 1960, As Amend., § 75.010)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.890 establishes a baseline rule that no residential space — whether a single dwelling unit, rooming unit, hotel unit, or lodging unit — may be occupied or rented out unless it meets both the city's fire prevention provisions and the additional fire-safety standards set out in the same code chapter. The rule applies equally to owner-occupants living in their own property and to landlords renting to others. Its effect is to make fire-code compliance a prerequisite for any lawful residential occupancy in Minneapolis.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.890, operators of any residential rental property — including dwelling units, rooming houses, hotels, and lodging houses — are generally expected to ensure that every unit satisfies applicable fire prevention requirements before it is made available for occupancy. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections, maintain fire-safety equipment, and address code deficiencies promptly rather than waiting for a complaint or inspection notice. Keeping documentation of fire-safety maintenance and any corrective actions taken is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.890 means that tenants have a right to occupy a space that meets the city's fire prevention and fire-safety standards — a landlord is not permitted to rent out a unit that falls short of those requirements. If a tenant believes their unit has fire-safety deficiencies, general enforcement paths include reporting the conditions to Minneapolis's housing inspection authorities, raising the violation as a defense in relevant housing proceedings, or contacting a local tenant-rights organization for guidance. Documenting observed fire-safety issues with photographs and written records is a step commonly associated with pursuing any of these paths.
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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