Wayzata, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 815 § 815.24
Penalties
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A person who violates the provisions of this Chapter may be charged with a misdemeanor, and upon conviction is subject to a fine and imprisonment as prescribed by state law. Each day of each violation constitutes a separate offense. The compliance official may affix to the rental dwelling appropriate signs or notices prohibiting occupancy and may act to cause the rental dwelling to be vacated or remain vacant until all violations under this Chapter are remedied.
Wayzata Code of Ordinances ch. 815 § 815.24 establishes that any violation of Chapter 815's rental housing rules can be treated as a misdemeanor criminal offense, with fines and possible imprisonment set by Minnesota state law. Critically, each day a violation continues counts as a separate offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time. The compliance official also holds authority to post notices on a rental dwelling prohibiting occupancy and to order the property vacated until all violations are corrected.
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Under Wayzata Code of Ordinances ch. 815 § 815.24, operators of rental properties who remain out of compliance with Chapter 815 face escalating criminal exposure, since every day of a continuing violation is treated as a distinct misdemeanor offense. Compliant operators generally address code deficiencies promptly upon notice to prevent the accumulation of separate daily offenses and to avoid the compliance official posting occupancy-prohibition notices on their property. Maintaining thorough records of inspection responses and remediation timelines is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Wayzata Code of Ordinances ch. 815 § 815.24 gives the compliance official the power to post notices prohibiting occupancy and to order a rental dwelling vacated when Chapter 815 violations exist, which can be a meaningful protection when a unit is unsafe or substandard. Tenants who believe their dwelling has unresolved code violations may contact the Wayzata compliance office to request an inspection or inquiry. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand what options are available, including how an unresolved violation under this chapter might be relevant in other housing proceedings.
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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