Brainerd, Minn., City Code § 425 (2026) § 425.7002
Fire Extinguishers
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425.7002 Fire Extinguishers. No person shall tamper with, meddle with, remove, empty, damage, or destroy any extinguisher except in the event of fire or authorized inspection. In dwellings of two or less dwelling units, fire extinguishers shall be provided inside each unit. Two or more dwelling units’ extinguishers must be located within 75 feet of all unit(s) entrance doors. The minimum size and classification shall be Model 2A10BC. A tag with the name of the servicing company and the service date, or a tag with the date placing the extinguisher in service, shall be affixed to the extinguisher and shall remain affixed until the next servicing. ARTICLE VIII. CONDUCT ON PREMISES
Brainerd City Code § 425.7002 establishes rules for fire extinguisher placement, size, and maintenance in rental dwellings. In buildings with two or fewer units, each unit must have its own extinguisher inside it; in buildings with more units, extinguishers must be positioned within 75 feet of every unit entrance. All extinguishers must meet a minimum Model 2A10BC rating, carry a service tag showing the servicing company and date, and must not be tampered with, removed, or damaged except during an actual fire or an authorized inspection.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to § 425.7002 generally ensure that single- and two-unit properties have an extinguisher inside each dwelling unit, while multi-unit properties have extinguishers placed so that no unit entrance is more than 75 feet away. Compliant operators stock extinguishers that meet or exceed the Model 2A10BC minimum classification and keep a current service tag affixed to each unit at all times. Routine servicing records and tag maintenance are typically part of a property's ongoing compliance documentation under the Brainerd Rental Housing Code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 425.7002 of the Brainerd Rental Housing Code, tenants in rental dwellings have a right to properly placed and maintained fire extinguishers that meet the code's size and tagging requirements. If an extinguisher is missing, improperly located, untagged, or appears damaged, tenants can document the condition and report it to the City of Brainerd's code enforcement or housing inspection office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Minnesota housing law can help residents understand available options, including how a code violation might be raised in relevant 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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