Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-6-4
Rooming houses (Rochester Housing Code)
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At least one water closet, lavatory and bathtub or shower shall be supplied for a maximum of four rooming units.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-6-4 establishes a minimum ratio of bathroom facilities to rooming units in rooming houses. Specifically, the rule requires that no more than four rooming units share a single set of bathroom fixtures — meaning one water closet (toilet), one lavatory (sink), and one bathtub or shower must be available for every four rooming units. This is a baseline occupancy and sanitation standard that applies to rooming house operations within Rochester, Minnesota.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-6-4, compliant rooming house operators generally ensure that the number of bathroom fixture sets — each consisting of a toilet, sink, and bathtub or shower — is sufficient to serve no more than four rooming units per set. Operators typically audit their properties when adding or converting rooming units to confirm that the required ratio is maintained. Keeping documentation of the number of rooming units and corresponding bathroom facilities can support compliance during inspections.
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 § 7-6-4 gives rooming house residents a baseline expectation that shared bathroom facilities — including a toilet, sink, and tub or shower — will be provided at a ratio of at least one complete set per four rooming units. If a rooming house appears to fall short of this standard, residents may have grounds to raise the issue with local housing or code enforcement authorities in Rochester. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Minnesota housing law can help residents understand 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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