Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-40
Notice (Rochester Housing Code)
Operative Text
Whenever the code official has condemned a structure or equipment under the provisions of this section, notice shall be posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice and served on the owner, owner's authorized agent or the person or persons responsible for the structure or equipment in accordance with section 7-3-26 (1) If the notice pertains to equipment, it shall be placed on the condemned equipment. The notice shall be in the form prescribed in section 7-3-27 .
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-40, when a code official formally condemns a structure or piece of equipment, the law requires that a notice be posted visibly on or near the affected structure and delivered to the owner, their authorized agent, or whoever is responsible for the property. If the condemnation applies specifically to equipment, the notice must be physically placed on that equipment. The form and content of the notice must follow the standards set out in section 7-3-27, and service of the notice must comply with section 7-3-26(1).
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to a condemnation action under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-40 should be aware that the code official is required to post a conspicuous notice on the affected structure or equipment and to formally serve that notice on the owner or their authorized agent. Operators who maintain current contact information with the city and designate a clear authorized agent help ensure that required notices reach the right parties without delay. Reviewing the notice form requirements in section 7-3-27 and the service requirements in section 7-3-26(1) can help owners understand what a valid condemnation notice must contain.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-40 establishes that when a code official condemns a structure or equipment, a notice must be visibly posted on or near the affected property, giving occupants a clear indication that a condemnation has occurred. Tenants who observe a posted condemnation notice can review the form requirements in section 7-3-27 to understand what information the notice should contain. Those with questions about their rights following a condemnation may consider contacting the Rochester code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization for general information.
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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