Dayton, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 113 (2026) § 113.115
FAULTY MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
Operative Text
The use of materials of construction, except those that are specifically allowed or approved by this code and the Building Code, and that have been adequately maintained in good and safe condition, shall cause a building to be substandard. (Ord. 2018-18, passed 2-28-2018; Ord. 2019-07, passed 6-11-2019) Penalty, see § 113.999
Under Dayton Ch. 113 Rental Dwellings § 113.115, a rental building is classified as substandard if it uses construction materials that are not specifically permitted or approved under the city's Rental Dwellings Code and Building Code, or if approved materials have not been kept in good and safe condition. This 'substandard' designation is a formal regulatory finding that can trigger further enforcement action under the code. The rule applies to the materials themselves as well as their ongoing maintenance over the life of the building.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Dayton Ch. 113 § 113.115 generally ensure that all construction materials used in their rental buildings are either explicitly allowed or formally approved under both the Rental Dwellings Code and the Building Code. Compliant operators also maintain those materials in good and safe condition on an ongoing basis, since deterioration of even approved materials can result in a substandard building designation. A substandard finding can lead to penalties under § 113.999, so routine inspections and prompt remediation of material deficiencies are practices commonly associated with code compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Dayton Ch. 113 § 113.115 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if their rental unit contains construction materials that are not code-approved or that have fallen into disrepair, since either condition can render a building legally substandard. Tenants who believe their building may be affected can document the conditions and report them to the appropriate Dayton code enforcement authority, or consult a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. A substandard designation under this section can carry penalties for the property owner as outlined in § 113.999, which may support tenants in pursuing remediation through official channels.
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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