Elk River, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 30, art. III § 30-152
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(a) Generally . The provisions of this article shall apply to all buildings or portions thereof used, or designed, or intended to be used, for residential rental purposes. (b) Additions, alterations or repairs . For additions, alterations, or repairs, see the building code. (c) Relocation of buildings . Buildings or structures moved into or within the city shall comply with the requirements in this code and the building code for new buildings and structures. (d) Continuation of existing use . Rental dwellings in existence at the time of adoption of the ordinance from which this article is derived may have their existing use or occupancy continued if such use or occupancy was legal at the time of adoption of the ordinance from which this article is derived, provided such continued use complies with and is subject to the terms of this article.
Elk River Code of Ordinances ch. 30, art. III § 30-152 establishes the reach of the city's residential rental housing article, applying it to all buildings — or portions of buildings — used, designed, or intended for residential rental purposes. Buildings relocated into or within the city must meet the same standards as new construction. Rental dwellings that existed and were legally occupied when the ordinance was adopted may continue operating, so long as they remain in compliance with the article's ongoing requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 30-152, operators of any residential rental property in Elk River — regardless of building age or configuration — are subject to the full requirements of article III. Compliant operators of pre-existing rental dwellings document that their property was legally occupied at the time the ordinance was adopted and ensure continued adherence to the article's standards going forward. Those who add, alter, repair, or relocate a rental building also account for applicable building code requirements alongside this article.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 30-152 confirms that the protections and standards of Elk River's residential rental article extend to virtually all rental housing in the city, including units in older buildings that predate the ordinance. Tenants in pre-existing rental dwellings retain the benefit of the article's requirements, since continued operation of those units is conditioned on ongoing compliance with its terms. Tenants who believe a property is not meeting the article's standards may consider contacting the city's relevant code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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