Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 249.70
[Authority of city.] (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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Nothing herein shall limit the city's authority under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 463. (92-Or-110, § 7, 9-11-92; 93-Or-142, § 4, 10-1-93)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 249.70 is a savings clause that preserves the city's existing legal authority under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463, which governs hazardous and substandard buildings. Nothing in the surrounding ordinance provisions is intended to reduce or override that broader statutory power. The rule essentially clarifies that the two bodies of law operate alongside each other rather than in conflict.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 249.70, property owners and managers should be aware that the city retains its full authority under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463 in addition to any local ordinance requirements. Compliant operators generally ensure their properties meet both state statutory standards for hazardous and substandard structures and all applicable local code requirements. Relying solely on local ordinance compliance without accounting for the city's parallel state-law authority may leave gaps in a property's regulatory standing.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 249.70 confirms that the city's powers under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463 remain intact alongside local ordinance protections, which can be relevant when a property is deemed hazardous or substandard. Tenants who believe their housing conditions implicate state-level hazardous building standards may have additional avenues beyond local ordinance complaints, such as contacting the city's inspections department or a tenant-rights organization. Understanding that both state and local frameworks apply under § 249.70 can inform which enforcement path may be worth exploring.
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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