Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-4-61
Infestation (Rochester Housing Code)
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Structures shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. Structures in which insects or rodents are found shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be injurious to human health. After pest elimination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent re-infestation.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-4-61 establishes that all structures must be maintained free of insects and rodents. When an infestation is discovered, it must be addressed promptly using extermination methods that are approved and safe for human health. Once pests have been eliminated, follow-up measures must be in place to prevent the infestation from returning.
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Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-4-61, compliant property operators generally maintain a proactive pest-management program to keep buildings free of insects and rodents. When an infestation is identified, operators typically engage licensed pest-control professionals who use approved, health-safe extermination methods without delay. After treatment, operators commonly implement structural repairs, sealing, and sanitation measures to guard against re-infestation.
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 § 7-4-61 gives occupants a basis to expect that their housing will be kept free of insects and rodents, and that any infestation will be addressed promptly with safe methods. Tenants who observe an unaddressed infestation may document conditions with dated photographs and written communications to the landlord. General enforcement paths include filing a complaint with Rochester's code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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