Glencoe, Minn., City Code ch. 5 §§ 545.01–545.09 (2026) § 545.05
Right of Entry. The Occupancy Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to enforce all
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545.05 Right of Entry. The Occupancy Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to enforce all
provisions of this chapter. Whenever it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce
any provision of this chapter, or whenever there is cause to believe that there exists
any violation, the Occupancy Inspector is authorized to enter the building or
premises at all reasonable times to perform any duties imposed upon the Occupancy
Inspector by the chapter. The inspector shall present proper credentials and request
entry. The inspector shall make a reasonable effort to contact the owner or other
persons having charge or control of the building to request entry. If entry is refused
the inspector shall have recourse to every remedy provided by law to secure entry,
including the commencement of an action in District Court with necessary temporary
motions and proceedings thereon to secure such entry. When the Occupancy
Inspector shall have obtained a proper remedy by law to enter a building, no owner
or occupant or operator of a building or premises, shall fail or neglect to permit entry
for the purpose of inspection pursuant to the chapter.Section 545.05 of Glencoe's Minimum Housing/Occupancy Standards establishes the authority and process by which the city's Occupancy Inspector may enter properties to check for code compliance. The inspector must present credentials and make a reasonable effort to contact the owner or person in control before entering. If entry is denied, the inspector may pursue legal remedies, including seeking a court order from District Court, and once such a remedy is obtained, no owner, occupant, or operator may lawfully refuse entry for inspection purposes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 545.05 of Glencoe City Code Ch. 5, compliant property owners and managers generally cooperate when the Occupancy Inspector presents proper credentials and requests entry at a reasonable time. Operators who understand this provision recognize that refusing entry does not end the matter — the city may seek a District Court order compelling access, which can escalate the situation. Maintaining open communication with the inspector and responding promptly to entry requests is consistent with how compliant operators typically handle inspections under this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 545.05 gives the Occupancy Inspector authority to enter a rental property at reasonable times to check for violations of Glencoe's housing standards, which can benefit tenants living in substandard conditions. The inspector is required to present credentials and attempt to contact the person in charge before entering, providing a layer of procedural protection. Tenants who believe an inspection is warranted or who have concerns about housing conditions may contact the city to inquire about the inspection process, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance on how this provision applies.
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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