Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-106
Maintenance of shared or public areas
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Every owner of a rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit shall maintain it in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition, including the shared or public areas of the rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit and its premises.
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-106 establishes that rental property owners bear responsibility for keeping their properties — including any shared or public areas and surrounding premises — clean, sanitary, and safe. The rule applies to the entire rental dwelling, not just individual units, meaning common hallways, lobbies, laundry rooms, parking areas, and similar spaces fall within its scope. This is an affirmative, ongoing obligation rather than a one-time requirement.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-106, compliant property owners generally conduct routine inspections of all shared and public areas — such as stairwells, hallways, entryways, and outdoor premises — to identify and promptly address cleanliness, sanitation, or safety concerns. Maintaining documented records of inspections, cleaning schedules, and repairs is a common practice among operators who demonstrate ongoing compliance. The obligation extends to the full premises, so conditions in areas beyond individual units, including grounds and common facilities, remain the owner's responsibility.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-106 gives tenants a basis to expect that shared and public areas of their rental dwelling — including hallways, entryways, and surrounding premises — are kept clean, sanitary, and safe by the property owner. If those conditions are not being met, tenants may have options such as submitting a written complaint to the relevant local housing or code enforcement authority, raising the violation as a defense or counterclaim in applicable legal proceedings, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance. Documenting the conditions with photographs and written communications can be a useful step when pursuing any of these general paths.
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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