Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-107
Maintenance of occupied areas
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Every occupant of a rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit shall maintain in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition that part or those parts of the rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit and their premises that he occupies or controls.
Under Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-107, occupants of rental dwellings are responsible for keeping the portions of a rental dwelling or unit — and any associated premises — that they occupy or control in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition. The rule places this maintenance obligation directly on the occupant rather than solely on the property owner. It applies to any area within the occupant's control, which may include private spaces as well as shared areas the occupant manages.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-107 establishes that tenants bear direct responsibility for the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety of the areas they occupy or control, which can be relevant when distinguishing between landlord and tenant maintenance obligations. Compliant operators typically document the condition of a unit at move-in and move-out to establish a clear baseline for what areas fall under each party's responsibility. Lease agreements often reinforce this statutory obligation by explicitly referencing the tenant's duty to maintain their occupied spaces in accordance with applicable code provisions.
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 § 8-107 establishes that tenants have a legal duty to keep the areas they occupy or control — including their unit and any premises within their control — clean, sanitary, and safe. Understanding this obligation is important because a landlord or enforcement authority may cite this provision if conditions in a tenant-controlled area fall below code standards. Tenants who have questions about how this duty interacts with a landlord's separate maintenance responsibilities may find it helpful to review local housing code provisions or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Excelsior's regulations.
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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