Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-57
Issuance (Rochester Housing Code)
Operative Text
A stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property, to the owner's authorized agent, or to the person doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for the order and the conditions under which the cited work is authorized to resume.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-3-57, a stop work order is a written directive that halts specific construction or maintenance activity on a property. The order must identify the reason work is being stopped and spell out what conditions must be met before that work can lawfully resume. It is delivered to the property owner, their authorized representative, or the person actively performing the work, and work must stop immediately upon its issuance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-3-57 requires that when a stop work order is issued, all cited work halts without delay — there is no grace period. Compliant operators typically ensure that anyone working on their property understands that a written stop work order must be honored on the spot, and they review the stated conditions carefully to understand what steps are necessary before work can resume. Keeping clear lines of communication with authorized agents and contractors helps ensure that a stop work order reaches the right person promptly.
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 § 7-3-57 establishes that any work subject to a stop work order must cease immediately, and the order itself must explain both the reason for the halt and the conditions for resumption. If tenants observe work continuing on their property after a stop work order has been issued, that may represent a violation of this provision worth documenting. Tenants can contact the relevant Rochester municipal authority or a local tenant-rights organization to understand what options are available when work proceeds in apparent disregard of § 7-3-57.
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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