Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-9
Identification (Rochester Housing Code)
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The code official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this Code.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-9 establishes that any code official conducting inspections of structures or premises must carry proper identification while performing those duties. This requirement ensures that individuals being inspected can verify the official identity of the person seeking access to their property. The rule applies whenever an inspection is carried out under the authority of the Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-3-9, a compliant property owner or manager generally confirms that any inspector presenting themselves at a property displays proper identification before granting access. Operators commonly keep a record of inspection visits, including the identity of the official, as part of standard property management practice. Requesting identification from a code official is a routine and expected part of the inspection process.
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 § 7-3-9 gives occupants a basis to expect that any code official who arrives to inspect their home will carry and present proper identification. If someone claiming to be a code official cannot produce identification, tenants have a recognized basis to question whether the inspection is being conducted in accordance with the Code. Tenant-rights organizations or a local housing authority can provide general information about what steps are available when this provision may not be followed.
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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