Park Rapids, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 (2026) § 152.031
CLEANLINESS
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Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall keep in a clean and sanitary condition that part of the dwelling, dwelling unit, and premises thereof which the occupant controls. (Am. Ord. 473, passed 12-12-2006)
Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.031 establishes that each person occupying a dwelling or dwelling unit is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitary condition of the areas under their control. The rule applies to the interior of the unit as well as any portions of the broader premises that the occupant has authority over. It does not assign responsibility for shared or common areas that fall outside an individual occupant's control.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.031, compliant property operators typically document the condition of units at move-in and move-out to establish a baseline record of cleanliness. Landlords generally communicate the occupant's cleanliness obligations clearly in lease agreements, referencing the local code requirement. Maintaining inspection records and written notices can help demonstrate that each party's responsibilities were properly defined and communicated.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.031 places the duty to keep a dwelling clean and sanitary on the occupant, but only for the areas that occupant actually controls — not for spaces managed by the landlord or shared with others. Tenants who believe a landlord is improperly attributing responsibility for common-area conditions may find it useful to document the state of their own unit separately. Local tenant-rights organizations or the Park Rapids city offices can provide information about how this provision is interpreted and what options exist if a dispute arises.
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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