Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.916
Prohibited sale (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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It shall be unlawful for any person to sell within the City of Minneapolis any smoke detector unless said detector meets the standards set out within this chapter. A "UL" label indicating the smoke detector is listed as a fire alarm device shall be satisfactory evidence the detector meets the requirements of this chapter. (77-Or-017, § 1, 1-28-77)
Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.916 makes it illegal to sell smoke detectors within city limits unless those detectors meet the chapter's safety standards. A UL listing label—indicating the device is recognized as a fire alarm device—serves as sufficient proof that a detector satisfies those requirements. This rule applies to any person or entity selling smoke detectors in Minneapolis, regardless of their role in the housing market.
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Under Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.916, property owners and managers who purchase or supply smoke detectors for their rental units should ensure that any detector acquired within Minneapolis carries a UL label identifying it as a listed fire alarm device. Sourcing UL-listed detectors is the standard practice for demonstrating compliance with the chapter's requirements. Keeping purchase records or packaging that shows the UL listing can help document that detectors installed in a property met the required standards at the time of acquisition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 244.916 establishes that smoke detectors sold in the city must meet specific safety standards, with a UL fire alarm device listing serving as recognized evidence of compliance. Tenants who have concerns about whether a smoke detector in their unit meets these standards may check the device for a UL label or contact the City of Minneapolis for guidance. Tenant-rights organizations in Minneapolis can also help residents understand how this provision connects to broader habitability and safety requirements in rental housing.
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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