Inver Grove Heights, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 13 (2026) § 4-13-10
COMPLIANCE ORDERS
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A. If the city determines that a violation of the requirements of this chapter has occurred, a compliance order may be issued to the licensee. The compliance order shall contain the following information. 1. A description or address of the property where license violation has occurred. 2. The nature of the violation, including a specific reference to the section of this chapter that is the basis for the violation. 3. A compliance deadline, providing a reasonable time for compliance based on the nature of the violation. 4. A statement that failure to correct the violation may result in the imposition of a fine as set forth in section 4-13-11, criminal citation or denial, suspension or revocation of the rental license for the dwelling or dwelling unit. B. The compliance order shall be served on the licensee by regular or certified mail sent to the licensee's address on the license application or such other address subsequently provided to the city by the license holder or by personal service on the license holder or the property manager. C. If the licensee fails to take the required corrective actions listed in the compliance order by the deadline in the compliance order, the license holder shall be required to pay the listed administrative penalty. Additionally, the housing official may recommend further action be taken regarding the unresolved violation, including issuance of a criminal citation or civil legal action. D. The owner may, within seven (7) days of issuance of the compliance order, request a hearing to challenge the compliance order before the city administrator who shall act as a hearing officer. The city administrator shall conduct an informal hearing to determine if a violation has occurred. The city administrator shall have authority to dismiss the violation or reduce or waive the penalty. If the violation is sustained by the city administrator, the owner shall pay the penalty imposed within seven (7) days. Any further appeal of the compliance order shall be to a court of competent jurisdiction. (Ord. 1517, 11-10-2025)
Inver Grove Heights Ch. 13 Rental License § 4-13-10 establishes the process by which the city issues compliance orders when a rental license violation is found. A compliance order must describe the property, identify the specific violation, and set a reasonable deadline for correction, along with a warning that uncorrected violations can lead to fines, criminal citations, or license denial, suspension, or revocation. Licensees receive the order by mail or personal service, and if they disagree, they have seven days to request an informal hearing before the city administrator, with any further appeal going to a court of competent jurisdiction.
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Under § 4-13-10, a compliant rental operator keeps current contact information on file with the city so that any compliance order reaches them promptly. Operators who receive a compliance order generally review the cited violation and deadline carefully, take corrective action before the deadline to avoid administrative penalties or license consequences, and document the steps taken. If the order appears to be in error, the provision allows a licensee to request a hearing within seven days of issuance before the city administrator, who has authority to dismiss, reduce, or waive the penalty.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 4-13-10 is the mechanism through which Inver Grove Heights enforces rental licensing standards that protect the conditions of rental housing. When the city finds a violation, it must issue a written compliance order to the landlord that names the specific rule broken and sets a correction deadline — giving tenants a documented record of identified problems. Tenants who believe their rental unit has unresolved code or licensing issues can contact the city's housing office to inquire about the compliance order process, and may also reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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