Princeton, Minn., City Code title 3 ch. 358 (2026) § 358.05
Code Conflicts
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358.05 Code Conflicts. Where there is any conflict between the provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code and any other applicable code or ordinance enforced by the City of Princeton, the more restrictive provisions shall apply.
Section 358.05 of Princeton, MN City Code Title 3, Chapter 358 establishes a conflict-resolution rule for property maintenance standards. When the International Property Maintenance Code and any other city-enforced code or ordinance contain differing requirements, the stricter of the two standards governs. This means that whichever rule imposes the higher standard of compliance automatically takes precedence, leaving no gap or ambiguity about which code controls.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 358.05, operators of long-term residential rental properties in Princeton must be aware that compliance with the International Property Maintenance Code alone may not be sufficient if another applicable city code sets a higher bar. A compliant operator generally reviews all relevant city codes and ordinances alongside the IPMC to identify which standard is more restrictive, then meets or exceeds that higher standard. Staying current with all codes enforced by the City of Princeton helps ensure that a property does not inadvertently fall short of the controlling requirement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 358.05 means that tenants in Princeton's licensed long-term rental properties benefit from the highest applicable maintenance standard whenever two codes overlap or conflict. If a rental unit appears to fall below a required standard, tenants can look to both the International Property Maintenance Code and other Princeton city ordinances to understand the full scope of protections available. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization or the City of Princeton's code enforcement office can help clarify which standard applies and what options exist for raising a potential violation.
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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