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Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-15

Hold-open devices and closers (Rochester Housing Code)

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Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-15
Hold-open devices and automatic door closers shall be maintained. During the period that such a device is out of service for repairs, the door it operates shall remain in the closed position.
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Plain English

Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-15 requires that hold-open devices and automatic door closers in residential properties be kept in working order. If one of these devices is taken out of service for repairs, the door it controls must stay closed until the device is restored. This rule is aimed at maintaining fire safety and building integrity by ensuring doors function as intended at all times.

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For Property Managers

Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-15, compliant property operators routinely inspect and service hold-open devices and automatic door closers to keep them in proper working condition. When a device must be taken offline for repairs, operators ensure the affected door is kept in the closed position for the duration of the repair period. Maintaining service records and scheduling prompt repairs are practices commonly associated with meeting this standard.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-15 establishes that tenants have an interest in properly functioning hold-open devices and automatic door closers throughout their building. If a device is broken and the door is not being kept closed during repairs, that may represent a code violation that can be reported to Rochester's local code enforcement or housing inspection office. Tenant-rights organizations in the Rochester area can provide general information about how to document concerns and what remedies may be available.

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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