Sandstone, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 155 (2026) § 118.02
DEFINITIONS
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For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. RENT. A stated return or payment for the temporary possession of a dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit. The return or payment may be money, service, property or other valuable consideration. RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY. (1) Any building, structure, room, enclosure or mobile home including the real property upon which it is located and which surrounds it, which is rented or offered for rent by any person to any other person or persons for use for residential purposes by the other person or persons. (2) RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY does not mean the following located within the city, all of which shall be specifically exempt from the inspection and licensing requirements set forth by this chapter: (a) Relative homestead, including qualifying relatives; (b) Parent, step-parent, child, step-child, grandparent, grandchild, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, nephew or niece of the owner, by blood or marriage; (c) Contract for deeds that have been executed and recorded with the County Recorder; (d) On-campus dormitories; (e) Licensed in-home residential care facilities; (f) Hospital units, nursing home units, assisted living units; or (g) Hotels or motels with daily rental units. (Prior Code, § 440.03) (Ord. 2015-07, passed 9-2-2015; Ord. 20200219-03, passed 2-19-2020)
Sandstone Ch. 155 Rental Dwellings § 118.02 establishes the foundational definitions that govern the entire chapter on rental dwellings. 'Rent' is broadly defined to include not just money but also services, property, or other valuable consideration exchanged for temporary use of a dwelling. 'Residential Rental Property' covers most buildings, structures, rooms, and mobile homes offered for residential use, but the provision carves out specific exemptions—such as rentals to close relatives, recorded contract-for-deed arrangements, on-campus dormitories, licensed care facilities, and hotels or motels—from the chapter's inspection and licensing requirements.
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Under Sandstone Ch. 155 § 118.02, operators of residential rental properties need to understand which arrangements fall within the chapter's scope and which qualify for an exemption from its inspection and licensing requirements. Compliant operators generally assess whether their rental arrangement involves a qualifying relative, a recorded contract for deed, or another listed exempt category before assuming the chapter's obligations apply. Keeping documentation—such as recorded deeds or proof of familial relationship—on hand helps demonstrate the basis for any claimed exemption.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sandstone Ch. 155 § 118.02 defines what counts as a residential rental property subject to the chapter's protections and requirements, which is relevant to understanding whether a particular living arrangement is covered. If a tenant believes their dwelling should be subject to the chapter's inspection and licensing standards but the landlord claims an exemption, that question turns on whether the arrangement fits one of the specifically listed exempt categories. Tenants can consult local tenant-rights organizations or the city's relevant housing office to better understand how these definitions apply to their situation.
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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