Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 249.10
Policy (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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Pursuant to authority provided in Minnesota Statutes, Section 463.26, permitting cities to enact and enforce ordinances on hazardous buildings, and in order to enhance the livability and preserve the tax base and property values of buildings within the city, and based upon the findings contained in section 249.20 ; and because of the need to assure that buildings which are capable of rehabilitation are promptly rehabilitated and buildings which are not capable of rehabilitation be promptly demolished, the city hereby declared that it is the policy of the city to promote rehabilitation of vacant and unoccupied buildings, and to assure a prompt process for demolition of hazardous buildings through a procedure fixing appropriate responsibility in accordance with due process requirements. (92-Or-110, § 1, 9-11-92)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 249.10 establishes the city's foundational policy on vacant, unoccupied, and hazardous buildings, drawing authority from Minnesota Statutes § 463.26. The provision declares that buildings capable of being repaired should be rehabilitated promptly, while those beyond repair should be demolished in a timely manner. This policy is intended to protect neighborhood livability, maintain property values, and preserve the city's tax base, all within a framework that respects due process.
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Under § 249.10, Minneapolis has made clear that property owners of vacant or unoccupied buildings are operating within a policy environment that prioritizes prompt rehabilitation or, where rehabilitation is not feasible, demolition. Compliant operators generally keep vacant properties secure, maintained, and moving toward a defined end use to avoid triggering the city's hazardous-building procedures. Familiarity with the broader Chapter 249 framework—rooted in this policy section—helps property managers understand the city's expectations before a formal enforcement action arises.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 249.10 reflects Minneapolis's commitment to ensuring that deteriorating or vacant buildings in residential neighborhoods are addressed in a timely way, which can affect the safety and habitability of surrounding properties. Tenants who believe a nearby vacant or hazardous building is affecting their living conditions may reference this policy when raising concerns with city inspectors or housing officials. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Minneapolis housing code can help residents understand how this foundational policy connects to specific enforcement tools available under Chapter 249.
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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