Hastings, Minn., Mun. Code ch. 157 (2026) § 157.09
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Inspection Authority. The Housing Official may inspect on complaint, change in ownership, or otherwise when reason exists to believe that a violation of this chapter has been or is being committed. Except in the case of emergency, inspections must be conducted during reasonable daylight hours. The Housing Official must present evidence of official authority to the occupant in charge of a rental dwelling unit. Inspection Access. If an owner, occupant, or other person in charge of a dwelling unit licensed under this section fails or refuses to permit free access and entry for inspection purposes, the Housing Official may, revoke the license until such inspection can be secured. (Prior Code, § 17.09) HISTORY Amended by Ord. 2023-15 on 9/18/2023
Under Hastings Ch. 157 § 157.09, the Housing Official is authorized to inspect rental residential properties when a complaint is received, when ownership changes, or whenever there is reasonable cause to believe a code violation has occurred or is occurring. Inspections must generally take place during reasonable daylight hours, except in emergencies, and the official must show proof of authority to whoever is in charge of the unit. If access is denied, the Housing Official has the power to revoke the property's rental license until an inspection can be completed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties subject to Hastings Ch. 157 § 157.09 are generally expected to cooperate with inspection requests from the Housing Official, including providing free access and entry during reasonable daylight hours. Compliant operators typically ensure that anyone responsible for a unit—whether an on-site manager or occupant—understands that the Housing Official may present credentials and request entry. Refusing or failing to allow access can result in license revocation, which would affect the property's legal status as a rental.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Hastings Ch. 157 § 157.09, tenants have the assurance that inspections must generally occur during reasonable daylight hours and that the Housing Official is required to present official credentials before conducting an inspection. Tenants may trigger an inspection by filing a complaint if they believe a code violation exists in their rental unit. Those who want to understand their rights around inspection procedures or license revocations may find it helpful to contact a local tenant-rights organization or the relevant municipal office in Hastings.
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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