Moorhead, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 1105 (2026) § 9-7-17
VIOLATIONS, INJUNCTIVE RELIEF
Operative Text
Nothing in this chapter shall prevent the city from taking affirmative action under any of its city fire, housing, zoning or other health safety codes for violations thereof to seek either injunctive relief or criminal prosecution for such violations in accordance with the terms and conditions of the particular ordinance or code under which the city would proceed against the property owner, designated property manager or occupant of any residential rental dwelling unit covered by this registration and inspection chapter. Nothing contained in this chapter shall prevent the city from seeking injunctive relief against a property owner or designated property manager who fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this chapter on registration to obtain an order closing such rental units until violations of this particular chapter have been remedied by the property owner or designated property manager. (Ord. 94-10, 7-18-1994, eff. 11-1-1994)
Moorhead Ch. 1105 § 9-7-17 preserves the city's authority to pursue enforcement actions beyond the registration and inspection chapter itself. The city may seek injunctive relief or criminal prosecution under its fire, housing, zoning, or health-safety codes against property owners, designated property managers, or occupants who violate those codes. Additionally, if a property owner or manager fails to comply with the registration requirements of this chapter, the city may seek a court order to close the affected rental units until the violations are corrected.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Moorhead Ch. 1105 § 9-7-17, compliant operators maintain current registrations and address code violations promptly, because the city retains the right to pursue injunctive relief—including unit closures—alongside any other applicable code enforcement tools. Operators who fall out of compliance with registration requirements risk court-ordered closure of their rental units, separate from any penalties under fire, housing, or zoning codes. Keeping registration current and responding to inspection findings in a timely manner reflects the standard of compliance this provision contemplates.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Moorhead Ch. 1105 § 9-7-17 means the city has multiple enforcement tools available when rental housing conditions or registration requirements are not met, including the ability to seek court orders that close non-compliant units. Tenants who believe their unit is subject to unaddressed code violations may contact the City of Moorhead's relevant code enforcement or housing office to report concerns. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how these enforcement mechanisms may relate to their housing situation.
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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