Cottage Grove, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 15 (2026) § 3-15-6
CHANGES IN OWNERSHIP
Operative Text
A license is nontransferable. If there is a change in the ownership of the rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit, a new license is required.
Under Cottage Grove Ch. 15 Rental Licensing § 3-15-6, a rental dwelling license cannot be transferred from one owner to another. Whenever ownership of a rental property or unit changes hands, the incoming owner must obtain a brand-new license before operating the rental. The rule treats each ownership change as a fresh licensing event, regardless of whether the property was previously licensed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Cottage Grove Ch. 15 Rental Licensing § 3-15-6 means that when a rental property is sold or otherwise conveyed, the existing license does not carry over to the new owner. Compliant operators typically apply for a new rental license promptly upon acquiring ownership, ensuring the property is properly licensed before collecting rent or continuing tenancy arrangements. Sellers and buyers commonly account for this requirement during the transaction process so there is no gap in licensed status.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 3-15-6, tenants have an interest in knowing whether their landlord holds a current, valid rental license, since a change in ownership requires the new owner to obtain a fresh one. If a property has changed hands and tenants have reason to believe the new owner has not secured a license, they may contact the City of Cottage Grove's licensing or code enforcement office to inquire about compliance. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available when a rental property is operating without the required license.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 13, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
No inbound references recorded yet for this provision.