Park Rapids, Minn., Mun. Code doc-6490 (2026) § 152.053
TRANSFER OF PROPERTY
Operative Text
Every owner of a rental unit (whether as fee owner or contract purchaser) shall be required to furnish to the city the new owner’s name, address, and phone number before taking possession of the rental property upon closing of the transaction. No registration fee shall be required of the new owner when possession takes place during the 3-year period, provided that the previous owner has paid all registration fees and has complied with all requirements of this subchapter and any violations of zoning, fire, or other safety codes of the city. If any change in the type of occupancy as originally registered is contemplated by the new owner, a new registration application will be required. (Am. Ord. 473, passed 12-12-2006; Am. Ord. 475, passed 2-27-2007)
Park Rapids Rental Registration § 152.053 governs what happens to a rental property's registration when ownership changes hands. Before taking possession at closing, the incoming owner must provide the city with their name, address, and phone number. If the prior owner was current on all fees and in compliance with this subchapter and applicable zoning, fire, and safety codes, the new owner is not required to pay a new registration fee during the remaining 3-year registration period. However, if the new owner intends to change the type of occupancy from what was originally registered, a fresh registration application is required.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers involved in a sale or transfer of a rental unit in Park Rapids should be aware that § 152.053 places a disclosure obligation on the incoming owner before possession is taken at closing. A compliant operator typically ensures the city receives the new owner's contact information—name, address, and phone number—prior to or at the time of closing. Sellers who have kept registration fees current and maintained compliance with all subchapter requirements and city codes help ensure the buyer can benefit from the fee waiver for the remainder of the 3-year period. If the new owner plans to change the occupancy type from what was originally registered, a new registration application is generally submitted before that change takes effect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For tenants, § 152.053 establishes that ownership transfers of rental property in Park Rapids come with city notification requirements, which helps ensure the city maintains an up-to-date record of who is responsible for a rental unit. When a property changes hands, tenants may want to confirm that the new owner has properly registered with the city, as compliance with this subchapter is part of the broader rental registration framework that can affect habitability and code enforcement. If a new owner appears to be operating without proper registration or has changed the occupancy type without filing a new application, tenants can raise these concerns with the city of Park Rapids or consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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