Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 249.90
Penalties (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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Any person who violates a provision of this chapter or provides false information on a required registration or plan, is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable as provided in section 1.30 of this Code. (93-Or-003, § 1, 1-15-93; 2001-Or-054, §§ 6, 7, 4-20-01)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 249.90 establishes that violations of the housing chapter covered by this code—including submitting false information on a required registration or plan—constitute a misdemeanor offense. The penalty for such a misdemeanor is determined by the general penalty provision found in section 1.30 of the Minneapolis Code. This provision applies to any person, meaning individuals, businesses, or other entities subject to the chapter's requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minneapolis Code § 249.90, property owners and managers who operate under this chapter are expected to ensure full compliance with all its provisions and to provide only accurate, truthful information on any required registrations or plans. A compliant operator maintains thorough records and double-checks submissions to avoid any misrepresentation that could trigger misdemeanor liability. Because the penalty is governed by section 1.30 of the Code, operators generally familiarize themselves with that section to understand the full scope of potential consequences.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code § 249.90 signals that the city treats violations of this housing chapter—and false statements on registrations or plans—as serious enough to warrant criminal misdemeanor penalties. Tenants who believe a landlord has violated provisions of this chapter or submitted false registration information may report concerns to the city's relevant housing enforcement office or consult a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Understanding that § 249.90 carries misdemeanor-level consequences can be relevant context when exploring enforcement paths or raising a violation.
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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