Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15 § 15.92
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS - EXEMPTIONS (Bloomington Buildings and Structures Code)
Operative Text
All existing and future buildings in the city used by any person for the purpose of conducting, managing or carrying on any business, with the exception of those hereinafter described, shall, when unattended, be so secured as to prevent unauthorized entry in accordance with specifications for physical security of exterior accessible openings as provided in this Article V . A building shall be considered unattended when not occupied by a watchman, maintenance personnel or other authorized persons during the period that premises are closed to business. Any building used for Group “A” or “B” public assembly occupancy, as defined in Article I of this chapter, as well as those buildings used for Group “F” occupancy of the type requiring exit doors to be equipped with panic hardware locks shall be exempt from the provisions hereof relating to exterior doors. Those buildings used for Group “C,” “D,” “H,” “I” and “J” occupancy shall be exempt from the provisions hereof. (1958 Code, § 40.01) (Ord. 67-71, passed 12-28-1967; Ord. 2002-1, passed 1-14-2002)
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.92 requires that commercial and business buildings in the city be secured against unauthorized entry whenever they are unattended — meaning no watchman, maintenance staff, or other authorized person is present during closed hours. The rule applies to exterior accessible openings and sets physical security specifications under Article V. Certain occupancy types, including Group A and B public assembly buildings and Groups C, D, H, I, and J occupancies, are either fully or partially exempt from these requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.92, operators of commercial properties in Bloomington generally ensure that all exterior accessible openings meet the physical security specifications outlined in Article V whenever the building is unattended during non-business hours. Compliant operators typically verify which occupancy group their building falls under, since Group A and B assembly buildings are exempt only from the exterior door provisions, while Groups C, D, H, I, and J are fully exempt. Maintaining documentation of occupancy classifications and security measures can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Although § 15.92 primarily governs building owners and operators rather than tenants directly, tenants in commercial spaces may have an interest in understanding whether their building meets the security requirements mandated for unattended premises. If a building appears to lack adequate exterior security in violation of this provision, occupants or lessees can raise the issue with the City of Bloomington's relevant code enforcement office. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal resource familiar with Bloomington's municipal code can help clarify what options may be available in a given situation.
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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