Gaylord, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 151 (2026) § 151.34
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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(A) All electrical wiring and appliances shall be of an approved type and shall be installed and maintained in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Building Code standards. Where additional lighting or outlets are required, installation shall meet the requirements of the applicable Building Code standards. (B) Each habitable room shall be provided with not less than one ceiling or wall light or one switched outlet plus one duplex convenience outlet; or two duplex convenience outlets. (C) Each bathroom, water closet compartment, laundry room and furnace shall be provided with no less than one electric light fixture or one convenience outlet. (D) Public hallways, public stairs and other exit facilities shall be adequately lit and shall meet the applicable Building Code standards. (Ord. 253, passed 10-5-2005)
Gaylord Ch. 151 Housing Code § 151.34 establishes minimum electrical standards for rental housing. Every habitable room must have at least a switched light source and one duplex outlet, or two duplex outlets, while bathrooms, laundry rooms, and furnace areas must each have at least one light fixture or outlet. All wiring, appliances, and public areas such as hallways and stairwells must be installed, maintained, and lit in accordance with applicable Building Code standards.
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Under § 151.34, compliant property operators ensure that every habitable room contains the required combination of lighting and outlets, and that bathrooms, laundry rooms, and furnace areas each have at least one electrical fixture or outlet. Landlords generally keep all wiring and appliances in safe working order and verify that public hallways, stairs, and exit paths are adequately illuminated to meet Building Code standards. Routine inspections and prompt repairs help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 151.34 gives tenants the right to habitable rooms with adequate electrical outlets and lighting, as well as properly lit common areas like hallways and stairwells. If a rental unit appears to lack the required fixtures or has unsafe wiring, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and contacting the local housing or building code enforcement office in Gaylord to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available when a landlord fails to meet the electrical standards set out in this provision.
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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