Hopkins, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-122
Enforcement official
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The building official shall be responsible for enforcement and administration of this article. Authority to take any action authorized under this section may be delegated to the building official or fire chief's authorized designee.
Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-122 establishes that the building official holds primary responsibility for enforcing and administering the rental housing article. The provision also allows that authority to be formally delegated to a designee of either the building official or the fire chief, meaning inspections or enforcement actions may be carried out by an authorized representative rather than the official personally.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-122, compliant property operators recognize that enforcement contacts may come from the building official directly or from an authorized designee of the building official or fire chief. Operators generally maintain clear records and respond promptly to any official correspondence, regardless of which authorized representative initiates contact. Knowing who holds delegated authority can help operators direct questions and documentation to the correct office.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-122 means that tenants who believe a violation of the rental housing article has occurred can direct concerns to the Hopkins building official's office, which holds primary enforcement responsibility. Because authority may also be delegated to a designee of the building official or fire chief, tenants may interact with a representative acting on that official's behalf. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Hopkins can help residents understand how to submit a complaint or raise a code violation through the appropriate channel.
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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