Hopkins, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-188
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The basis for revocation, suspension, denial or non-renewal includes, but is not limited to, any of the following circumstances: (1) The license was procured by misrepresentation of material facts with regard to the rental dwelling unit or the ownership of the rental dwelling unit. (2) The applicant or one acting in their behalf made oral or written misstatements accompanying the application. (3) The applicant has failed to comply with any condition set forth in any other permits granted by the city. (4) The activities of the owner or agent create or have created a danger to the public health, safety or welfare. (5) The rental dwelling unit contains conditions that might injure or endanger the safety, health or welfare of any member of the public. (6) Failure to pay any application, penalty or reinstatement fee required by this article and city council resolution. (7) Failure to correct violations of the property maintenance code in the time period specified in the notice of violation and correction. (8) Three instances of disorderly behavior that is not subject to an exception or exemption under this article. (9) Violation of any regulation or provision of the code applicable to the activity, to which the license has been granted, or any regulation or law of the state so applicable. (10) Failure to continuously comply with any condition required of the applicant for the approval or maintenance of the license. (11) Any violation of this article.
Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-188 sets out the grounds on which the city may revoke, suspend, deny, or decline to renew a rental dwelling license. These grounds include obtaining a license through misrepresentation, failing to correct property maintenance violations within required timeframes, allowing conditions that endanger public health or safety, accumulating three instances of disorderly behavior, and failing to pay required fees, among other circumstances. The list is explicitly non-exhaustive, meaning the city retains discretion to act on additional grounds beyond those enumerated.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-188, operators who maintain rental dwelling licenses generally ensure that all application materials are accurate and complete, that required fees are paid on time, and that property maintenance violations are corrected within the timeframes specified in any notice of violation. Compliant operators also monitor for disorderly behavior on the property and address conditions that could pose risks to public health, safety, or welfare. Because the grounds for adverse license action are broad and non-exhaustive, operators typically maintain ongoing compliance with all applicable city codes and state regulations.
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 § 20-188 identifies the circumstances under which a landlord's rental license may be revoked, suspended, denied, or not renewed, including situations where the property contains conditions that endanger health or safety or where the landlord has failed to correct code violations. Tenants who believe their unit may involve one or more of these circumstances can document conditions and contact the City of Hopkins to inquire about the licensing and code enforcement process. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how license status may relate to their housing situation and what general options may be available.
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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