Waverly, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 150 (2026) § 116.99
PENALTY
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(A) Any person, firm or corporation who violates any of the provisions of this chapter or who fails, neglects or refuses to comply with the provisions of this chapter, including violations of conditions, safeguards compliance orders or emergency orders, or who knowingly makes any material false statement or knowing omission in any document required to be submitted under the provisions hereof, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $1,000 or by imprisonment not to exceed 90 days, or both. Each day that a violation exists shall constitute a separate offense. (B) In the event of a violation or threatened violation of this chapter, the Building Inspector may, in addition to other remedies, initiate appropriate civil action or proceedings to prevent, prosecute, restrain, correct or abate such violations or threatened violations. It shall be the duty of the City Attorney to commence such action. (Ord. 08-04, passed 10-14-08)
Waverly Ch. 150 Residential Rental Units § 116.99 establishes that anyone who violates the chapter's provisions—including failure to comply with compliance orders, emergency orders, or knowingly submitting false or incomplete documents—may face criminal misdemeanor charges. Upon conviction, penalties can include a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment of up to 90 days, or both, with each day of a continuing violation treated as a separate offense. The provision also authorizes civil action by the Building Inspector and City Attorney to stop, correct, or prevent violations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Waverly Ch. 150 § 116.99, operators who remain in compliance with all chapter requirements—including any compliance orders or emergency orders—avoid exposure to misdemeanor charges and civil enforcement proceedings. Compliant operators ensure that all documents submitted under the chapter are accurate and complete, since knowingly false statements or omissions are explicitly covered by this penalty provision. Because each day of a violation constitutes a separate offense, prompt correction of any identified deficiency is a hallmark of responsible property management under this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Waverly Ch. 150 § 116.99 provides enforcement teeth for the residential rental unit regulations by making violations a criminal misdemeanor and authorizing civil action through the Building Inspector and City Attorney. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating chapter provisions may report concerns to the local Building Inspector, who has authority to initiate civil proceedings to correct or abate violations. Tenant-rights organizations in the Waverly area can help residents understand how this penalty provision interacts with other protections available under Ch. 150.
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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