Falcon Heights, Minn., City Code ch. 105 art. IV (2026) § 105-86
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Sec. 105-86 - Purpose It is the purpose of this article to protect the public health, safety and welfare of citizens of the city who have as their place of abode a living unit furnished to them for the payment of a rental charge to another by adopting licensing regulations for all rental dwellings and multifamily rental dwellings in the city. (Ord. No. 13-06, § 1, 12-11-2013; Ord. No. 19-06, § 9, 9-11-2019)
Section 105-86 of Falcon Heights City Code Chapter 105, Article IV establishes the foundational purpose of the city's rental housing regulations. The provision declares that the city's goal is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of residents who live in rental units by creating a licensing framework. This licensing system applies to all rental dwellings and multifamily rental dwellings located within Falcon Heights.
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Under Sec. 105-86 of Falcon Heights City Code Ch. 105 Art. IV, the city has established a licensing regime that governs all rental dwellings and multifamily properties. Operators who rent out residential units in Falcon Heights generally maintain compliance with the licensing requirements that flow from this article's framework. Understanding that this article's purpose is rooted in public health, safety, and welfare helps property owners appreciate the intent behind the specific licensing rules that follow in Sections 105-87 through 105-101.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sec. 105-86 of Falcon Heights City Code Ch. 105 Art. IV signals that the city has affirmatively committed to protecting the health, safety, and welfare of renters through a rental licensing system. Tenants living in Falcon Heights rental units are among the people this article is designed to protect. Those who believe their housing conditions may fall short of city standards can look to the broader Article IV framework and may consider reaching out to the city of Falcon Heights directly or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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