Park Rapids, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 (2026) § 152.035
PLUMBING FIXTURES
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Every occupant of a dwelling unit shall keep all plumbing fixtures therein in a clean and sanitary condition and shall be responsible for the exercise of reasonable care in the proper use and operation thereof. (Am. Ord. 473, passed 12-12-2006)
Under Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.035, every person who occupies a dwelling unit bears responsibility for keeping the plumbing fixtures in that unit — such as sinks, toilets, and tubs — clean and sanitary. The rule also requires that occupants use and operate those fixtures with reasonable care. This provision places the duty of day-to-day plumbing cleanliness and careful use squarely on the occupant rather than the property owner.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 152.035 of Park Rapids Ch. 152, the cleanliness and careful use of plumbing fixtures within a unit is assigned to the occupant, which can be relevant when evaluating the source of plumbing damage or unsanitary conditions. Compliant operators typically document the condition of plumbing fixtures at move-in and move-out to establish a baseline record. Lease agreements often reinforce the occupant's duty under § 152.035 by referencing local code obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 152.035 of Park Rapids Ch. 152 places the responsibility for keeping plumbing fixtures clean, sanitary, and properly used on the occupant of each dwelling unit. Tenants who receive notices related to plumbing conditions may want to review whether the condition at issue stems from normal use or from a pre-existing defect, as that distinction can be relevant to who bears responsibility. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Park Rapids municipal code can help clarify how § 152.035 interacts with other habitability obligations.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 13, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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