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Hopkins, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-271

Licensee's responsibility to prevent

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Operative Text

Hopkins, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-271
It shall be the licensee's responsibility to ensure that the tenants, the tenants' family members and the guests of any tenant or tenant's family member not engage in disorderly behavior in the rental dwelling unit. For the purposes of this section, the term "rental dwelling unit" shall include common areas in the building where the rental dwelling unit is located.
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Plain English

Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-271 places the responsibility on rental property licensees to ensure that tenants, their family members, and guests do not engage in disorderly behavior within rental dwelling units. The rule extends this obligation beyond individual units to cover common areas within the same building. In effect, the licensee bears accountability for maintaining orderly conduct throughout the property, not just inside individual apartments.

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For Property Managers

Under Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-271, operators who hold a rental dwelling license are generally expected to take active steps to prevent disorderly behavior by tenants, household members, and guests in both private units and shared common areas. Compliant operators typically include conduct expectations in lease agreements, respond promptly to reported disturbances, and document any corrective actions taken. Maintaining clear communication with tenants about behavioral standards is a common practice among licensees seeking to meet this obligation.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 20, art. III § 20-271 establishes that the licensee—not the tenant—holds primary regulatory responsibility for ensuring orderly conduct throughout the rental property, including common areas. Tenants who experience ongoing disorderly conditions that a landlord is failing to address may have grounds to raise this provision when communicating concerns to the property owner or relevant local authorities. Tenant-rights organizations in the Hopkins area can help residents understand what options may be available when a licensee appears to be falling short of this responsibility.

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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