Emily, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 150 (2026) § 150.99
PENALTY
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It shall be a petty misdemeanor to fail to comply with a lawfully issued compliance order under this chapter or to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure within the city contrary to the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. passed - -2012)
Emily Ch. 150 Rental Properties § 150.99 establishes that certain conduct related to rental properties carries criminal consequences. Specifically, failing to follow a lawfully issued compliance order under Chapter 150, or performing or allowing prohibited building-related activities—such as construction, alteration, repair, occupancy, or maintenance—in violation of the chapter's provisions, constitutes a petty misdemeanor under city law. This classification means the conduct is treated as a criminal offense, not merely a civil infraction.
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Under Emily Ch. 150 Rental Properties § 150.99, operators of rental properties are expected to comply fully with any compliance orders issued under Chapter 150 and to ensure that all building activities—including construction, alteration, repair, and ongoing maintenance—conform to the chapter's requirements. A petty misdemeanor charge can arise from either ignoring a compliance order or from conducting prohibited building activities contrary to the chapter. Compliant operators typically maintain records of all compliance orders received and document the steps taken to address them in a timely manner.
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 § 150.99 provides that a landlord's failure to comply with a compliance order or to maintain a building in accordance with Chapter 150 is a petty misdemeanor, which may be relevant if a tenant is experiencing conditions that violate the chapter. Tenants who believe their landlord is in violation of a compliance order or is maintaining a building contrary to Chapter 150 may have grounds to report the situation to the appropriate city enforcement authority. Consulting a tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand what documentation to gather and what general options may be available under this provision.
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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