Good Thunder, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 151 (2026) § 151.03
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This chapter applies to all buildings which are rented in whole or in part as a dwelling for persons other than the property owner’s family, as defined herein. It includes accessory structures such as garages and storage buildings. This chapter does not apply to the state’s Department of Health licensed rest homes, convalescent facilities, nursing homes or hotels and motels. (2001 Code, § 13.030) (Ord. 13, passed 6-2-2014)
Good Thunder Ch. 151 Residential Rental Properties § 151.03 defines the reach of the chapter's rental property rules. The chapter covers any building rented as a dwelling to people who are not the owner's family, including attached or detached accessory structures like garages and storage buildings. Certain facilities are explicitly excluded: rest homes, convalescent facilities, and nursing homes licensed by the state's Department of Health, as well as hotels and motels, fall outside the chapter's scope.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 151.03, property owners who rent any portion of a building as a dwelling to non-family members are subject to the requirements of Good Thunder Ch. 151, even if the rental includes accessory structures such as garages or storage units. Compliant operators generally confirm whether their property type falls within the chapter's scope before assuming any exemption applies. Operators of state-licensed rest homes, convalescent facilities, nursing homes, or hotels and motels should note that those property types are expressly excluded from the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 151.03 establishes that Good Thunder Ch. 151 protections extend to residents renting dwellings from non-family landlords, including any accessory structures that come with the rental. Tenants living in covered properties can reference this provision to confirm that the chapter's rules apply to their housing situation. Those who believe their landlord is not complying with Ch. 151 may consider contacting local municipal authorities or a tenant-rights organization for general information about 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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