Robbinsdale, Minn., Mun. Code § 425.31 (2026) § 425.37
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Any person who fails to comply with a compliance order within the time limits specified therein and any person who violates any of the provisions of the PMC by doing any act or omitting to do any act which constitutes a breach of any section of the PMC shall, upon conviction thereof, be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine or imprisonment, and may be subject to administrative penalties and civil action as prescribed by state law and city code. Each day of such failure to comply constitutes a separate offense. (Amended, Ord. No. 03-06; Ord. No. 14-02)
Robbinsdale § 425.31 / § 425.37 establishes that violations of the Property Maintenance Code (PMC)—whether by taking a prohibited action or failing to take a required one—can result in criminal misdemeanor liability, including fines or imprisonment. Administrative penalties and civil actions authorized under state law and city code may also apply. Critically, each day that a violation continues is treated as a distinct, separate offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Robbinsdale § 425.31 / § 425.37, compliant operators generally respond promptly to any compliance order issued under the PMC, ensuring corrective action is completed within the deadlines specified in that order. Because each day of non-compliance constitutes its own offense, operators typically document the steps taken and the dates on which corrections were made to demonstrate timely adherence. Exposure under this provision can include criminal misdemeanor charges, administrative penalties, and civil liability, so maintaining thorough records of maintenance and code-compliance activity is a standard practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Robbinsdale § 425.31 / § 425.37 gives tenants important context: when a landlord fails to comply with a PMC compliance order or otherwise violates the code, that conduct can trigger criminal misdemeanor charges, administrative penalties, and civil action—with each day of ongoing violation counting separately. Tenants who believe their landlord is in violation of the PMC may consider contacting the City of Robbinsdale's code enforcement office to report the condition and inquire about any open compliance orders. Consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Minnesota housing law can help tenants understand the range of remedies and enforcement paths available under this provision.
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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