Waverly, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 150 (2026) § 116.02
GENERAL PROVISIONS
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(A) Jurisdiction. This chapter shall be applicable to all rental dwelling units within the legal boundaries of the city. Every building and its premises used in whole or in part as a rental dwelling unit, for a single family or person, and every building used in whole or in part as a rental dwelling unit having two or more persons or families living in separate units shall conform to the requirements of this chapter, irrespective of when such building may have been constructed, altered or repaired. This chapter establishes minimum standards for rental dwelling units and related premises. (B) Severability. The provisions of this chapter shall be severable. In the event any ordinance, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this chapter is declared invalid for any reason, the remainder of this chapter shall not be affected thereby. (C) Interpretation and application. The provisions of this chapter shall be considered minimum requirements and shall be liberally construed in favor of the city and shall not be deemed a limitation or repeal of any other powers granted by the Minnesota Statutes. (Ord. 08-04, passed 10-14-08)
Waverly Ch. 150 § 116.02 establishes that the city's residential rental housing standards apply to every rental dwelling unit within city limits, regardless of whether the building houses a single occupant or multiple households in separate units. The chapter sets minimum conditions that all rental properties must meet, and this obligation applies no matter when a building was constructed, altered, or repaired. The provisions are designed to be read broadly in favor of the city, and if any single part is found legally invalid, the rest of the chapter remains in effect.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Waverly Ch. 150 § 116.02, operators of rental properties within city limits—whether single-family rentals or multi-unit buildings—are generally expected to ensure their properties meet the minimum standards established by this chapter at all times, regardless of the property's age or renovation history. Because the provisions are to be liberally construed in favor of the city, compliance is understood as a baseline floor, not a ceiling, meaning other applicable local or state requirements may also apply. Compliant operators typically maintain familiarity with the full scope of Chapter 150 and treat its standards as the starting point for property upkeep.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Waverly Ch. 150 § 116.02 affirms that every rental dwelling unit in the city—whether a single-family home or an apartment in a multi-unit building—is covered by the chapter's minimum housing standards, no matter how old the building is. Tenants whose rental units may not meet these minimum standards can reference this provision to establish that the chapter applies to their situation. General enforcement paths may include filing a complaint with the appropriate city department, raising a violation as a defense in relevant proceedings, or consulting a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on next steps.
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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