Wayzata, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 813 § 813.01

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Wayzata, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 813 § 813.01
A. "Condominium" shall mean real estate, portions of which are designated for separate ownership and the remainder of which is designated for common ownership solely by the owners of the separate ownership portions. Real estate is not a "condominium" unless the undivided interests in the common elements are vested in the unit's owners.
B. "Conversion Condominium" shall mean a condominium within a building which at any time before the recording of the declaration creating a condominium under Minnesota Statutes contained residential rental units.
C. "Declarant" shall mean:
1. If a condominium has been created, any person who has executed a declaration other than persons holding interests in the real estate solely as security for an obligation, persons whose interests in real estate will not be conveyed to unit owners, or in the case of a leasehold condominium a lessor who is not an affiliate of a declarant; or
2. If a condominium has not yet been created, any person who offers to dispose of his interest in a unit not previously disposed of.
D. "Affiliate of a Declarant" shall mean any person who controls, is controlled by or is under common control with a declarant. A person "controls" a declarant if that person:
1. Is a general partner, officer, director or employee of the declarant;
2. Directly or indirectly, acting in concert with one or more other persons, or through one or more subsidiaries owns, controls, holds with power to vote or holds proxies representing more than 20 percent of the voting interests of the declarant;
3. Controls in any manner the election of a majority of the directors of the declarant; or
4. Has contributed more than 20 percent of the capital of the declarant.
A person "is controlled by" a declarant if the declarant:
1. Is a general partner, officer, director or employee of the person;
2. Directly or indirectly, acting in concert with one or more other persons, or through one or more subsidiaries owns, controls, holds with power to vote or holds proxies representing more than 20 percent of the voting interests of the person;
3. Controls in any manner the election of a majority of the directors of the person; or
4. Has contributed more than 20 percent of the capital of the person.
E. "Purchaser" shall mean any person, other than a declarant, who by means of a voluntary transfer acquires a legal or equitable interest in a unit, other than:
1. A leasehold interest (including renewal options) of less than three years; or
2. As security for an obligation.
F. "Security for an Obligation" shall mean the vendor's interest in a contract for deed, mortgagee's interest in a mortgage, purchaser's interest under a sheriff's certificate of sale, or the holder's interest in a lien.
G. "Unit" shall mean a portion of a condominium whether or not contained solely or partially within a building designated for separate ownership.
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Plain English

Section 813.01 of Wayzata Code of Ordinances Chapter 813 establishes the foundational vocabulary used throughout the city's condominium conversion regulations. Key terms defined include "condominium," "conversion condominium," "declarant," "affiliate of a declarant," "purchaser," "security for an obligation," and "unit." These definitions determine who is covered by the ordinance's requirements and how various parties and property types are classified under the local rules.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and developers operating under Wayzata Code of Ordinances ch. 813 § 813.01 should be familiar with how these definitions apply to their projects, particularly the distinctions between a "declarant" and an "affiliate of a declarant," since those classifications affect which obligations apply to which parties. Operators converting residential rental buildings into condominiums should note that such properties fall under the specific "conversion condominium" definition, which may trigger additional requirements elsewhere in Chapter 813. Compliant operators generally ensure that all parties involved in a condominium project are correctly identified under these definitions before proceeding with any declaration or unit disposition.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Tenants living in residential rental buildings that are being converted to condominiums should be aware that § 813.01 of Wayzata's Chapter 813 defines their building as a "conversion condominium," a classification that may carry specific protections or notice requirements under the broader ordinance. Understanding who qualifies as a "purchaser" under this section—and who does not, such as short-term leaseholders—can be relevant when evaluating rights during a conversion process. Tenants who believe a conversion is affecting their housing situation may wish to review the full Chapter 813 ordinance or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Minnesota condominium conversion law.

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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