Coon Rapids, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 12-900 § 12-905
Criminal Background Investigations
Operative Text
(1) A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the Owner listed on the application. If the dwelling is owned by more than one individual the City may request additional information from the license applicant regarding all Owners. If the dwelling is owned by a business entity the City may request additional information regarding all officers, managers, or directors, and may conduct additional background investigations as it deems necessary. The applicant shall pay a background investigation fee for each background investigation conducted. The applicant shall obtain any necessary signature on a release provided by the City authorizing the City to conduct the investigation. (2) Criminal background investigations are not required for renewal applications and no background investigation fee shall be required; however, the Police Department or other City Staff may conduct a background investigation at its sole discretion.
Coon Rapids Code of Ordinances ch. 12-900 § 12-905 establishes that criminal background investigations are a standard part of the initial rental license application process for property owners. When a property has multiple individual owners or is held by a business entity, the city may extend its review to additional owners, officers, managers, or directors, and may charge a fee for each investigation conducted. Renewal applications are generally exempt from mandatory background checks and associated fees, though the Police Department or other city staff retain discretion to conduct one if they choose.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Coon Rapids Code of Ordinances ch. 12-900 § 12-905, operators applying for an initial rental license typically ensure that all required owners, officers, managers, or directors are prepared to provide information and sign any city-issued release forms authorizing the background investigation. Compliant applicants budget for a background investigation fee for each investigation the city determines is necessary. At renewal, no background check fee is required, though operators remain aware that city staff may still conduct a discretionary review.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Coon Rapids Code of Ordinances ch. 12-900 § 12-905 is part of the city's rental licensing framework, which is designed to vet property owners before they are permitted to operate rental housing. Tenants may find it relevant to know that their landlord was subject to a background investigation as part of the initial licensing process. Those with questions about a landlord's license status or the city's rental licensing requirements can contact the City of Coon Rapids directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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