Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-16
Door operation (Rochester Housing Code)
Operative Text
Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically. The door closer shall exert enough force to close and latch the door from any partially open position.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-16 establishes that swinging fire doors in residential buildings must be capable of closing and latching on their own from any open position — whether fully open or only partially ajar. The door closer mechanism must generate sufficient force to complete this action without manual assistance. This rule is designed to ensure fire doors function as intended barriers during a fire event.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-16, compliant property operators routinely inspect swinging fire doors to confirm that door closers are properly calibrated and in good working order. A well-maintained fire door should latch fully from any open position without being pushed or held. Operators generally keep maintenance records of fire door inspections and promptly repair or replace closers that fail to meet the automatic-latching standard.
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 § 7-8-16 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if a swinging fire door in their building fails to close and latch automatically from any open position. A fire door that stays open, swings freely without latching, or requires manual assistance to close may indicate a code violation. Tenants who observe such conditions can report them to Rochester's local code enforcement office or consult a tenant-rights organization to understand 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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