Spring Lake Park, Minn., Mun. Code ch. 12.16 (2026) § 12.16.110
Inspection Access
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Any owner, occupant, or other person in charge of a dwelling or dwelling unit may refuse to permit free access and entry to the structure or premises under his or her control for inspection pursuant to this chapter, whereupon, the compliance official may seek a court order authorizing the inspection.
Spring Lake Park's Ch. 12.16 Housing Maintenance And Occupancy § 12.16.110 establishes that any person controlling a dwelling—whether an owner, occupant, or other responsible party—has the right to refuse entry to a compliance official seeking to conduct a housing inspection. If entry is refused, the compliance official's recourse is to pursue a court order that would legally authorize the inspection. This provision balances the government's interest in enforcing housing standards with the constitutional protections individuals hold against warrantless entry.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12.16.110, property owners and managers are not automatically required to grant immediate access to compliance officials who arrive for a housing inspection—refusal is a recognized option under this provision. However, a compliant operator typically understands that a refused inspection does not end the process; the compliance official may then seek a court-authorized inspection order. Operators generally maintain clear records of any inspection requests and responses to demonstrate good-faith engagement with the process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 12.16.110 of Spring Lake Park's Housing Maintenance And Occupancy code makes clear that occupants, not just owners, hold the right to refuse entry to a compliance official seeking to inspect their dwelling unit. If a compliance official is denied access, the official may pursue a court order to authorize the inspection rather than entering without consent. Tenants who have questions about their rights during an inspection process may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with local housing code enforcement.
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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