Blaine, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 46 § 46-33
Variances
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The council shall have the right to vary or modify the strict application of any of the regulations or provisions contained in this chapter in cases in which there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in the way of strict application.
Blaine Code of Ordinances ch. 46 § 46-33 establishes a variance mechanism that allows the city council to relax or adjust the strict requirements of Chapter 46's rental regulations when following them exactly would create practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships. This is a discretionary power held by the council, not an automatic right granted to any party. The provision does not define which specific circumstances qualify, leaving that determination to the council's judgment on a case-by-case basis.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Blaine Code of Ordinances ch. 46 § 46-33, property owners who encounter genuine practical difficulties in complying with Chapter 46's requirements may petition the city council for a variance. Operators who pursue this path typically document the specific hardship or difficulty that makes strict compliance impractical and present that information formally to the council. Maintaining thorough records of the property's circumstances and any communications with the council is a common practice when seeking relief under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Blaine Code of Ordinances ch. 46 § 46-33 gives the city council authority to modify Chapter 46 regulations for a landlord, which could affect the protections that would otherwise apply to a rental unit. Tenants have a general interest in being aware when a variance is sought or granted, as it may alter the rules governing their tenancy. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization or reviewing public council meeting records can help tenants understand whether any variance affecting their housing has been requested or approved.
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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