Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-47
Interior surfaces (Rochester Housing Code)
Operative Text
Interior surfaces, including windows and doors, shall be maintained in good, clean and sanitary condition. Peeling, chipping, flaking or abraded paint shall be repaired, removed or covered. Cracked or loose plaster, decayed wood and other defective surface conditions shall be corrected.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-47 establishes that all interior surfaces in a dwelling — including windows, doors, walls, and ceilings — must be kept in good, clean, and sanitary condition. Paint that is peeling, chipping, flaking, or abraded must be addressed, and structural surface defects such as cracked plaster, loose plaster, or decayed wood must be corrected. The rule applies broadly to the condition of interior finishes and does not distinguish between cosmetic and structural concerns.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-47, compliant property operators routinely inspect interior surfaces — including windows, doors, walls, and ceilings — for deteriorating paint, cracked or loose plaster, and decayed wood. When defects are identified, operators generally document the condition and arrange for timely repair, removal, or covering of the affected surfaces. Maintaining records of inspections and completed repairs supports a demonstrable pattern of 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 § 7-4-47 gives occupants a basis to expect that interior surfaces, including windows and doors, are kept free of peeling paint, cracked plaster, decayed wood, and similar defects. Tenants who observe such conditions may document them with photographs and written notices to their landlord, and may also have the option of filing a complaint with the City of Rochester's code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations in Minnesota can help residents understand what remedies or defenses may be available when this provision is not being met.
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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