Dayton, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 113 (2026) § 113.030
DISORDERLY BEHAVIOR AT LICENSED DWELLING UNITS
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For the purpose of this chapter, disorderly behavior includes, but is not limited to, the following: (A) Illegal drug-related activity. ILLEGAL DRUG-RELATED ACTIVITY means the illegal possession, manufacture, sale, distribution, purchase, use or possession with intent to manufacture, sell or distribute a controlled substance (as defined in the Controlled Substance Act, 21 U.S.C. 802, as amended) or possession of drug paraphernalia (as defined in M.S. 152.092, as it may be amended from time to time). For purposes of this chapter, an occupant shall be deemed to be in possession of a controlled substance if any amount is located in the licensed dwelling unit even if the occupant claims not to know the controlled substance was present; (B) Acts of violence or threats of violence by occupants or guests of occupants, including without limitation discharge of firearms, prostitution, intimidation or any other acts that threaten or jeopardize the health, safety or welfare of others or create a reasonable belief in others that their health, safety or welfare is being threatened or jeopardized; (C) Violation of M.S. 609.72, as it may be amended from time to time (disorderly conduct); (D) Violation of M.S. 609.74 and 609.745, as they may be amended from time to time (public nuisance); (E) Violation of M.S. 609.66, Subd. 1a, 609.67 or 624.713, as they may be amended from time to time (unlawful use or possession of a firearm or weapon); (F) Violation of M.S. 609.50, as it may be amended from time to time (obstructing legal process); (G) Violation of § 130.04 of this code of ordinances (public nuisance); (H) Violation of Ch. 131 of this code of ordinances (firearms); (I) Violation of § 130.08 of this code of ordinances (noise); (J) Violation of M.S. 609.53, as it may be amended from time to time (receiving or selling stolen property); and (K) Violation of § 130.10 of this code of ordinances (Fire Code relating to fireworks). (Ord. 2018-18, passed 2-28-2018; Ord. 2019-07, passed 6-11-2019) Penalty, see § 113.999
Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.030 establishes what counts as 'disorderly behavior' at licensed rental dwelling units for purposes of the chapter's enforcement framework. The definition is broad and non-exhaustive, covering categories such as illegal drug activity, acts or threats of violence, disorderly conduct, public nuisance, unlawful firearm possession, obstructing legal process, noise violations, and receiving stolen property. Notably, the provision treats an occupant as legally in possession of a controlled substance if any amount is found in the unit, regardless of claimed knowledge.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating licensed rental dwellings in Dayton should be familiar with the full list of behaviors defined under § 113.030, since documented incidents involving occupants or their guests can trigger enforcement consequences under Ch. 113, with penalties referenced at § 113.999. Compliant operators typically maintain lease terms that prohibit the categories of conduct enumerated in § 113.030 and respond promptly when incidents are reported or documented. Keeping records of any notices issued to occupants and communications with local authorities is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.030, tenants should be aware that the definition of disorderly behavior extends to guests and other occupants, not just the lease-holder, and that the controlled-substance possession rule applies even if a tenant claims no knowledge of drugs found in the unit. If a tenant believes they have been wrongly cited or that enforcement action under this provision is being applied unfairly, general options include reviewing the specific incident documentation, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or seeking guidance from a housing attorney. Penalties associated with violations are governed by § 113.999, so understanding how those consequences flow to tenants versus landlords is an important part of evaluating any enforcement 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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