Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-109
Disposal of garbage
Operative Text
Every occupant of a rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit shall dispose of garbage in a clean and sanitary manner by placing it in the rubbish disposal facilities or, if such facilities are not available, by removing all nonburnable matter and securely wrapping such garbage and placing it in tight rubbish storage containers as required by section 8-110 , to be furnished by the owner of such rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit.
Under Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-109, occupants of rental dwellings are required to dispose of garbage in a clean and sanitary way — either by using available rubbish disposal facilities or, when those aren't provided, by separating out non-burnable matter, securely wrapping the remaining garbage, and placing it in tight storage containers. The provision makes clear that the responsibility for furnishing those containers falls on the property owner, not the occupant. This rule establishes a shared framework: occupants handle proper disposal practices, while owners are responsible for supplying the necessary infrastructure.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8-109, compliant rental property operators ensure that adequate rubbish disposal facilities are available to occupants; where such facilities are absent, owners are responsible for furnishing the tight rubbish storage containers referenced in section 8-110. Operators generally conduct routine checks to confirm that disposal infrastructure remains functional and accessible to all units. Maintaining this infrastructure not only satisfies the ordinance but also supports the sanitary conditions the provision is designed to protect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-109 of the Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV establishes that tenants have a right to be furnished with proper rubbish disposal facilities or containers by their landlord — the burden of supplying that equipment rests with the owner, not the occupant. If a landlord fails to provide the required facilities or containers, tenants may have grounds to raise that failure as a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe their landlord is not meeting this obligation can explore options such as contacting the relevant local code enforcement office or reaching out to a 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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