Dayton, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 113 (2026) § 113.110
ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
Operative Text
All accessory structures, including detached garages, fences and walls, shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair. (Ord. 2018-18, passed 2-28-2018; Ord. 2019-07, passed 6-11-2019) Penalty, see § 113.999
Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.110 establishes that all accessory structures on rental properties—such as detached garages, fences, and walls—must be kept structurally sound and in good repair at all times. The rule applies to any structure that is secondary or supplemental to the main dwelling. Deterioration, instability, or disrepair in these structures constitutes a violation of this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 113.110, compliant rental property operators routinely inspect detached garages, fences, walls, and other accessory structures to confirm they remain structurally sound and in good repair. Operators generally document the condition of these structures during regular property walkthroughs and address any deterioration—such as leaning fences, crumbling walls, or unstable garage framing—promptly. Penalties for noncompliance are referenced in § 113.999, so maintaining records of repairs and inspections supports a clear compliance posture.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 113.110 gives tenants a basis to expect that accessory structures like detached garages, fences, and walls on their rental property are kept structurally sound and in good repair. If such structures appear unsafe or deteriorating, tenants may report the condition to Dayton's code enforcement or housing inspection authority, which has the power to cite the property owner under this provision. Tenants may also consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how a violation of § 113.110 could be raised in relevant 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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