Hopkins, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 26 § 26-48
Park shelter
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All manufactured home parks shall provide a storm shelter or a plan of sheltering for the residents of the park in times of severe weather conditions such as tornadoes, high winds and floods. The plan shall be developed with the input and approval of the city and shall be posted at conspicuous locations throughout the park. The shelter must be available to all residents of the park at any time of the day or night.
Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 26 § 26-48 requires every manufactured home park in Hopkins to either maintain a physical storm shelter or establish a city-approved emergency sheltering plan for use during severe weather events such as tornadoes, high winds, and floods. Any such plan must be developed with city input and approval, and must be posted in visible locations throughout the park. Physical shelters must remain accessible to all park residents around the clock.
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Under Hopkins Code of Ordinances ch. 26 § 26-48, operators of manufactured home parks are expected to either provide a dedicated storm shelter or work with the city to develop and obtain approval for a written sheltering plan. Compliant operators post that plan in multiple conspicuous locations throughout the park and ensure that any shelter facility remains unlocked and accessible to all residents at all hours. Keeping documentation of city approval and regularly reviewing posted materials are practices consistent with ongoing compliance.
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. 26 § 26-48 gives residents of manufactured home parks the right to access a storm shelter or a city-approved emergency sheltering plan during severe weather events, at any hour of the day or night. If a shelter is inaccessible or no approved plan is posted in visible locations throughout the park, residents may consider contacting the City of Hopkins to report the potential violation. Local tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available when a park appears to fall short of these requirements.
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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