Sparta CHAPTER 124: RENTAL UNIT LICENSING § 124.05
APPLICATION FORM
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Rental application forms will be available at City Hall. Every application for a license shall contain the property owner's name, address, and telephone number, as well as the street address and property identification number for the property to be rented; if the unit is subdivided, the mailing address for each subunit shall be indicated on the application. If the property is owned by more than one owner, the application shall contain the name, address, and phone number of each owner. If the property is owned by an entity, the application shall contain the name, business address, and phone number of the entity and of a designated agent for its rental business. If the property is in trust, the application must contain the name, address, and phone number for each of the trustees. Every application must list a primary contact person for emergencies outside of regular business hours and provide that person's telephone number; secondary emergency contacts may also be listed at the discretion of the applicant. (Ord. 2025-03, passed 2-10-2025) Penalty, see § 124.99
Sparta's § 124.05 establishes what information must appear on a rental unit license application, which is obtained at City Hall. The form requires identifying details for the property and its owner — whether that owner is an individual, multiple co-owners, a business entity, or a trust. Every application must also name at least one emergency contact reachable outside regular business hours, with the option to list additional secondary contacts.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sparta § 124.05, compliant operators obtain the application form from City Hall and ensure it is fully completed with the property's street address and identification number, as well as the owner's contact information in the format that matches the ownership structure — individual, co-ownership, entity, or trust. Operators with entity or trust ownership should be prepared to name a designated agent and all trustees, respectively. Landlords also designate a primary emergency contact with a working phone number before submitting the application, and may optionally list secondary contacts.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sparta § 124.05 requires landlords to file a detailed license application that identifies who owns and is responsible for the rental property, including emergency contacts available outside business hours. If a tenant cannot identify who is responsible for their unit or cannot reach anyone in an emergency, the absence of properly filed contact information may point to a licensing compliance issue under this provision. Tenants who believe their landlord has not met these requirements can inquire with City Hall or consult a local tenant-rights organization about next steps, keeping in mind that penalties for non-compliance are referenced under § 124.99.
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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