Dilworth, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 (2026) § 152.14
RIGHT OF APPEAL
Operative Text
When it is alleged by any person or entity to whom a compliance order is directed that such compliance order is based upon an erroneous interpretation of this chapter, such person or entity may appeal the compliance order to the City Council sitting as a Board of Appeals. Such appeals must be in writing, specify the grounds for the appeal, be accompanied by a filing fee, in cash or cashier's check, in an amount set per City Council ordinance or resolution, and be filed with the City Administrator within five business days after service of the compliance order. The filing of an appeal will stay all proceedings in furtherance of the action appealed unless such a stay would cause imminent peril to life, health, or property as determined by the City Administrator. The City Administrator will notify an appellant when proceedings are not being stayed. (Ord. 22-03, passed 4-11-2022)
Dilworth Ch. 152 Rental Units § 152.14 establishes a formal appeal process for anyone who receives a compliance order under Chapter 152 and believes that order rests on a mistaken reading of the chapter. The appeal must be submitted in writing to the City Administrator within five business days of receiving the order, include the specific grounds for the challenge, and be accompanied by a filing fee set by City Council ordinance or resolution. Once a valid appeal is filed, enforcement proceedings are generally paused unless the City Administrator determines that continuing them is necessary to prevent imminent danger to life, health, or property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 152.14, property owners or managers who receive a compliance order they believe misapplies Chapter 152 have a narrow five-business-day window from service of the order to file a written appeal with the City Administrator. A compliant operator acting on an appeal typically prepares a clear written statement of the specific grounds for disagreement, obtains a cashier's check or cash for the filing fee in the amount set by City Council, and submits everything within that deadline. Operators should also be aware that the City Administrator retains authority to lift the automatic stay on enforcement if an imminent peril to life, health, or property is found to exist.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 152.14 of Dilworth's rental regulations applies to any person or entity subject to a compliance order, which in some circumstances could include tenants who receive such an order. If a compliance order appears to be based on an incorrect interpretation of Chapter 152, the recipient has the right to appeal in writing to the City Council sitting as a Board of Appeals by filing with the City Administrator within five business days. Tenants who believe they have received an erroneous compliance order may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand how this appeal process applies to their 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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