Hutchinson, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 122 (2026) § 122.13
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As a condition of receiving rental unit registration, each registration holder is presumed to agree and consent that when the conduct of any registration holder or registration holder’s agent, representative, employee or lessee, or the condition of his or her rental unit, or the property in or on which it is located, is detrimental to the public health, sanitation, safety and general welfare of the community at large, or residents of the rental units so as to constitute a nuisance, fire hazard or other unsafe or dangerous condition and thus give rise to an emergency, the City Administrator or his or her designee shall have the authority to summarily condemn or close individual rental units or such areas of the rental dwelling as the City Administrator or his or her designee deems necessary. Notice of summary condemnation shall be posted at the units or areas affected and shall describe the units or areas affected. No person shall remove the posted notice, other than the Fire Chief, City Administrator or their designated representative. (2004 Code, § 122.13) (Ord. 07-0482, passed 2-26-2008) Penalty, see § 122.99
Hutchinson Ch. 122 § 122.13 establishes that when a rental unit or the property it sits on poses an emergency-level threat to public health, safety, or welfare—such as a nuisance, fire hazard, or other dangerous condition—the City Administrator or a designee holds authority to summarily condemn or close affected units or areas without prior notice. A written notice of condemnation must be posted at the affected location describing what is closed, and only authorized city officials may remove that posted notice. By accepting a rental registration, each registration holder is treated as having consented to this emergency authority in advance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hutchinson Ch. 122 § 122.13, compliant operators generally maintain their rental units and surrounding property in a condition that does not rise to the level of a nuisance, fire hazard, or other emergency-level danger, since such conditions can trigger immediate condemnation or closure by the City Administrator without advance notice. Registration holders are also responsible for the conduct of their agents, employees, and lessees, so operators typically ensure those parties do not create conditions that could prompt summary action. Tampering with or removing a posted condemnation notice—other than by authorized city officials—is itself a violation subject to penalties under § 122.99.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Hutchinson Ch. 122 § 122.13 gives tenants context for understanding why a unit or building area might be suddenly closed or condemned: the City Administrator can act immediately when an emergency-level health or safety threat exists, without waiting for a formal hearing. If a condemnation notice is posted at your unit or building, that notice must describe the specific areas affected, and only authorized city officials are permitted to remove it. Tenants who believe a dangerous condition exists, or who have questions about a summary condemnation action, may contact the City Administrator's office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options under § 122.13 and related provisions.
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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