Perham, Minn., Mun. Code doc-2855 (2026) § 151.068
TRANSFER OF PROPERTY
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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 during the three year period in which possession takes place, 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. (Ord. 213, passed 2-7-00) Penalty, see § 151.999
Under Perham Rental Registration and Inspection § 151.068, when a rental property changes hands, the incoming owner must provide the city with their name, address, and phone number before taking possession at closing. If the previous owner was current on all registration fees and in compliance with this subchapter and applicable zoning, fire, and safety codes, the new owner is not required to pay a registration fee for the three-year period following the transfer. Should the new owner intend to change the type of occupancy from what was originally registered, a fresh registration application is required regardless of the transfer circumstances.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators acquiring rental property in Perham should be aware that § 151.068 requires the new owner's contact information—name, address, and phone number—to be submitted to the city before the closing transaction is finalized. Compliant operators confirm with the seller that all prior registration fees have been paid and that the property is free of outstanding violations under this subchapter and any applicable zoning, fire, or safety codes, since that clean record is what unlocks the three-year registration fee waiver for the new owner. If a change in occupancy type is planned, a new registration application is part of the standard compliance process before proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Perham rental units should know that § 151.068 places obligations on new property owners at the time of purchase, including notifying the city of their contact information and, if applicable, filing a new registration when the occupancy type changes. These requirements are designed to keep the city's rental registry current, which can be relevant if tenants need to identify a responsible owner or verify a property's registration status. Tenants who believe a new owner has not complied with these transfer requirements may contact the city directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options, including the penalty provisions referenced in § 151.999.
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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