Saint Paul, Minn., Legis. Code ch. 34 § 34.22
Dangerous structures
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If in the opinion of the enforcement officer any building or structure, or part thereof, is deemed to be in an unsafe condition and dangerous and/or unsafe to life, limb or property, the officer shall proceed to have the building or structure condemned pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463, or Chapter 45 of this Code, pertaining to hazardous or dangerous structures.
Saint Paul Legislative Code ch. 34 § 34.22 establishes that when an enforcement officer determines a building or structure—or any part of it—poses a danger to life, limb, or property, that officer is required to initiate condemnation proceedings. The condemnation process follows either Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463 or Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, both of which govern hazardous or dangerous structures. This rule creates a mandatory duty to act once an unsafe condition is identified, rather than leaving the response to the officer's discretion.
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Under Saint Paul Legislative Code ch. 34 § 34.22, property owners and managers generally maintain their buildings in a condition that avoids triggering an enforcement officer's determination of danger to life, limb, or property. Operators who receive notice of a potential unsafe condition typically address structural deficiencies promptly, since a finding of danger obligates the officer to pursue condemnation under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463 or Saint Paul Legislative Code Chapter 45. Keeping records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance can help demonstrate ongoing attention to structural safety.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Saint Paul Legislative Code ch. 34 § 34.22 gives tenants a basis to report structural conditions they believe are unsafe or dangerous to the relevant enforcement officer, who is then required to evaluate whether condemnation proceedings should begin. If a tenant believes their building or a part of it poses a risk to life, limb, or property, they may contact Saint Paul's code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Saint Paul housing code can help residents understand what options are generally available when a structure is found to be dangerous.
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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