Dayton, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 113 (2026) § 113.114
FIRE HAZARD
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Any building or portion thereof, device, apparatus, equipment, combustible waste, or vegetation that, in the opinion of the chief of the fire department, is in such a condition as to cause a fire or explosion or provide a ready fuel to augment the spread and intensity of fire or explosion arising from any cause shall be considered substandard. (Ord. 2018-18, passed 2-28-2018; Ord. 2019-07, passed 6-11-2019) Penalty, see § 113.999
Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.114 establishes that any building component, device, equipment, combustible waste, or vegetation that the fire department chief determines could cause, accelerate, or intensify a fire or explosion is classified as a substandard condition. This classification applies regardless of what originally triggered the fire risk. The standard is based on the fire chief's professional judgment rather than a fixed checklist of specific items.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 113.114, compliant rental property operators routinely inspect their buildings for conditions that could be flagged as fire hazards — such as accumulated combustible waste, overgrown vegetation near structures, or malfunctioning equipment — and address those conditions proactively. Because the fire department chief holds authority to make substandard determinations under this section, operators generally maintain records of maintenance and remediation efforts. Violations of § 113.114 carry penalties referenced in § 113.999, so staying ahead of potential hazards is a common practice among property managers in Dayton.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 113.114 of Dayton's Rental Dwellings code gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when conditions in or around their rental unit — such as combustible debris, faulty equipment, or overgrown vegetation — may constitute a fire hazard as determined by the fire department chief. Tenants who believe such a substandard condition exists may consider contacting the Dayton Fire Department or the relevant code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Dayton's Ch. 113 can help residents understand what options are generally available when a substandard designation is at issue.
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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