Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 6 § 6.16
ORDER OF FIRE MARSHAL (Bloomington Fire Prevention Code)
Operative Text
The Fire Marshal shall issue an order to any person who violates the MSFC or any provisions of this chapter. An order must be complied with no later than the deadline for compliance specified in the order unless an appeal is filed in accordance with § 6.17 of this code. (Ord. 2023-6 , passed 3-20-2023)
Under Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 6.16, when the Fire Marshal determines that a person has violated the Minnesota State Fire Code (MSFC) or any related provision of Chapter 6, the Fire Marshal is required to issue a formal compliance order to that person. The order specifies a deadline by which the violation must be corrected. The only mechanism that pauses or alters that deadline is the filing of a timely appeal under § 6.17 of the same code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 6.16 generally maintain compliance by promptly reviewing any order issued by the Fire Marshal, noting the stated deadline, and taking corrective action within that timeframe. Operators who believe an order is in error have the option of pursuing the appeal process outlined in § 6.17 before the compliance deadline passes. Keeping records of inspections, corrective measures taken, and any correspondence with the Fire Marshal's office is a practice commonly associated with orderly compliance management.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in properties subject to Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 6.16 should be aware that the Fire Marshal has authority to issue binding compliance orders to property owners or other responsible parties who violate fire code standards. If a tenant believes a fire code violation exists at their residence, they may contact the Bloomington Fire Marshal's office to report the concern and inquire about any outstanding orders. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid resources can help tenants understand how § 6.16 orders may relate to habitability rights or other remedies available under local and state 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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