Plymouth, Minn., City Code § 410 § 410.45
Revocation, Suspension, or Probation
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Subd. 1. Every license or permit issued under this ordinance is subject to the right, which is hereby expressly reserved, to suspend, revoke, or place on probation the same should the license holder or their agents, employees, representatives or lessees directly or indirectly operate or maintain rental dwellings contrary to the provisions of this ordinance or any other ordinance of the City or any special permit issued by the City or the laws of the State of Minnesota. Subd. 2. The license may be suspended, revoked, or placed in a probation status by the Council after a written notice is sent to the license holder specifying the ordinance or law violations with which they are charged. This notice shall also specify the date for hearing before the Council, which shall not be less than ten days from the date of the notice. Subd. 3. At such hearing before the Council, the license holder or their attorneys may submit and present witnesses on their behalf. Subd. 4. After a hearing the Council may suspend, revoke, or place on probation the license if they deem it necessary to protect the public health, safety or general welfare.
Plymouth City Code § 410 § 410.45 establishes the city's authority to suspend, revoke, or place on probation any rental dwelling license when the license holder — or their agents, employees, or lessees — operates or maintains rental property in violation of city ordinances, special permits, or Minnesota state law. Before any such action is taken, the city must send the license holder written notice identifying the specific violations and a hearing date at least ten days out. At that hearing, the Council weighs the evidence and may take action against the license if it determines doing so is necessary to protect public health, safety, or general welfare.
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Under Plymouth City Code § 410 § 410.45, a compliant rental operator keeps all licensed properties in continuous conformance with city ordinances, special permit conditions, and Minnesota state law, because violations — even those committed by employees, agents, or lessees — can trigger license suspension, revocation, or probation. Operators who receive a written notice of violation under this section are entitled to a Council hearing no sooner than ten days after the notice date, at which they may appear with legal counsel and present witnesses. Maintaining thorough records of property maintenance, tenant communications, and permit compliance supports a license holder's ability to respond effectively at any such proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Plymouth City Code § 410 § 410.45 gives tenants context for understanding that a landlord's rental license can be suspended, revoked, or placed on probation when the property is operated in violation of city or state law — a process that involves formal written notice and a public Council hearing. Tenants who believe their rental dwelling is being maintained in violation of city ordinances may report concerns to the City of Plymouth, which has the authority to initiate the enforcement process described in this section. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand how license enforcement proceedings might intersect with 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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