Emily, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 150 (2026) § 150.45
FINES
Operative Text
The city may fine the owner or occupant. All fines and fees are as set forth in the Fee Schedule Ordinance on file in the city offices. (Ord. passed - -2012)
Emily Ch. 150 Rental Properties § 150.45 establishes that the city holds authority to impose fines on either the property owner or the occupant of a rental property. The specific amounts for those fines and fees are not listed within this section itself but are instead determined by reference to the Fee Schedule Ordinance maintained at city offices. This provision creates a dual-accountability structure, meaning both owners and occupants can be subject to financial penalties depending on the circumstances.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Emily Ch. 150 Rental Properties § 150.45, property owners are among those who may be subject to city-imposed fines related to rental properties. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the current Fee Schedule Ordinance on file at city offices, since that document governs the actual fine amounts that can be assessed. Staying current with any updates to that schedule is a common practice among operators seeking to understand their potential financial exposure.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Emily Ch. 150 Rental Properties § 150.45 makes clear that occupants, not just owners, can be fined by the city in connection with a rental property. Tenants who receive or are threatened with a fine may want to review the Fee Schedule Ordinance available at city offices to understand the basis and amount of any assessed penalty. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand whether a fine has been properly assessed and what options may be available to them.
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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