Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-10
Sanitation (Rochester Housing Code)
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Exterior property and premises shall be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. The occupant shall keep that part of the exterior property that such occupant occupies or controls in a clean and sanitary condition.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-10 establishes a shared responsibility for exterior property cleanliness and sanitation. Property owners bear a general duty to keep the entire exterior premises clean, safe, and sanitary, while occupants are responsible for maintaining the specific portions of the exterior that they occupy or control. The rule applies to both the physical condition of the property and the safety of those who use it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-10, compliant property owners and managers generally ensure that all exterior areas—walkways, yards, common spaces, and other grounds—are kept clean, safe, and free of sanitation hazards. Operators commonly conduct routine inspections of exterior premises and address issues such as accumulated debris, waste, or unsafe conditions promptly. Where multiple occupants share a property, lease agreements often clarify which exterior areas each occupant is responsible for maintaining, helping to support overall compliance with this provision.
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 § 7-4-10 gives occupants a defined responsibility to maintain the exterior areas they occupy or control in a clean and sanitary condition. Tenants who believe a landlord is failing to uphold the broader exterior maintenance obligation may have grounds to raise that failure through local code enforcement channels or as a defense in certain housing proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations in the Rochester area can help occupants understand how this provision interacts with their lease terms and what options may be available to them.
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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