Excelsior, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-154
License suspension or revocation
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Every operating license issued under the provisions of this article is subject to suspension or revocation by the city if the licensed owner or the authorized resident agent, caretaker, or manager fails to operate or maintain the rental dwelling or any unit therein consistent with the provisions of the ordinances of the city and the laws of the state. Suspension and revocation proceedings shall follow the procedures set forth in 8-155 (f). If an operating license is suspended or revoked by the city, it shall be unlawful for the owner or the authorized resident agent, caretaker, or manager to thereafter permit any new occupancies of vacant or thereafter vacated rental units until such time as a valid operating license is restored by the city. Any person violating this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished in accordance with section 1-13 .
Under Excelsior Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IV § 8-154, the city may suspend or revoke a rental property's operating license when the licensed owner or their designated agent, caretaker, or manager fails to operate or maintain the property in compliance with city ordinances and state law. Once a license is suspended or revoked, no new tenants may be placed in any vacant or subsequently vacated units until the city restores a valid operating license. Violations of this section constitute a misdemeanor, with punishment determined by section 1-13 of the code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to § 8-154 generally maintain continuous compliance with all applicable city ordinances and state laws to avoid triggering suspension or revocation proceedings under the procedures outlined in § 8-155(f). A compliant operator ensures that any authorized resident agent, caretaker, or manager acting on their behalf is equally aware of these obligations, since the conduct of those representatives can affect the license. If a license is suspended or revoked, a compliant operator refrains from permitting any new occupancies until the city formally restores a valid operating license, understanding that doing otherwise exposes the owner to misdemeanor liability under § 8-154.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-154 of the Excelsior Code of Ordinances gives the city authority to suspend or revoke a landlord's operating license for failures to meet city and state standards — a protection that can be relevant to tenants living in poorly maintained or improperly operated properties. Tenants who believe their landlord is violating city ordinances or state law may consider contacting the appropriate city department to report conditions, which could prompt a review of the property's operating license. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Excelsior's licensing framework can help explain what remedies or defenses may be available under § 8-154 and related provisions.
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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