Isanti, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 253 (2026) § 253-9
Inspections and investigations (Isanti Rental Dwellings)
Operative Text
A. No rental license shall be issued or renewed unless the property owner agrees to permit inspections pursuant to this section. B. Every residential building and rental dwelling unit shall maintain the standards as stated in Chapter 256 , Property Maintenance Code. C. The City Administrator or designee is authorized to make inspections reasonably necessary to enforce this chapter. All authorized inspectors have the authority to enter any residential building and/or rental unit, or unrented and unoccupied residential building and/or rental unit upon reasonable notice to the licensee and at reasonable time. (1) The City will notify the licensee to schedule the inspection; however, it is the responsibility of the licensee to work with the City to ensure the inspection is scheduled and satisfactorily completed. (2) The licensee is responsible for notifying any existing tenant of the inspection at least 24 hours in advance. (3) The licensee must provide access to the requesting City Official at the date and time of the scheduled inspection. (4) The licensee or property manager must make themselves available to attend any inspections. (a) Failure to provide access for any reason may result in a reinspection fee, in addition to any other sanctions imposed for noncompliance, including license suspension or revocation. D. Persons inspecting any residential building and/or rental dwelling unit shall notify the applicant of all violations, if applicable, by issuing a correction order. Said correction order shall direct that code violations be resolved in no more than 14 days, unless extended by the Building Official. Housing Inspector. Fire Marshal, and/or their designee based on good cause. E. All licensed residential buildings, and/or rental units shall be inspected in their entirety every three years prior to issuing or renewing a rental license. Residential buildings with shared common areas within a building shall be subject to an annual Fire Code inspection. F. Residential Buildings and/or rental units and properties shall also be inspected following a formal concern filed in an off-inspection year. Such inspections shall confirm compliance with the Minnesota State Building Code, Minnesota State Fire Code, the City's Property Maintenance Code, as well as this chapter. (1) Notice shall be given to the property owner regarding the potential violation prior to the inspection. (2) If a violation exists, the property owner will be responsible for the inspection fee(s) and reinspection fee(s) identified in Chapter 160 , Fees, which is adopted by the City Council. (3) If no violation exists, the tenant will be responsible for the inspection fee identified in Chapter 160 , Fees, which is adopted by the City Council.
Section 253-9 of Isanti's Code of Ordinances establishes a mandatory inspection framework for all residential rental properties in the city. Rental licenses cannot be issued or renewed unless the property owner agrees to allow inspections, and all rental units must meet the standards set out in Chapter 256, the Property Maintenance Code. Inspections occur on a regular three-year cycle, annually for buildings with shared common areas (for fire code purposes), and also following formal complaints filed in off-inspection years. When a complaint-triggered inspection finds a violation, the property owner bears the inspection and reinspection fees; if no violation is found, the tenant who filed the concern is responsible for the inspection fee.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 253-9, agreeing to permit inspections is a condition of holding a rental license in Isanti, so compliant operators treat inspection cooperation as a core licensing obligation. Licensees are expected to coordinate scheduling with the City, provide at least 24 hours' advance notice to tenants, and be present—or have a property manager present—at the time of the inspection. Failing to provide access can trigger reinspection fees and may lead to license suspension or revocation, so operators generally maintain clear communication with the City Administrator or designee throughout the process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 253-9 gives tenants the assurance that their rental unit must meet Isanti's Property Maintenance Code standards and is subject to periodic inspections at least every three years. Tenants are entitled to at least 24 hours' advance notice from the licensee before any scheduled inspection takes place. If a tenant believes conditions in their unit violate applicable codes, they may file a formal concern with the City, which can trigger an off-cycle inspection; tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help tenants understand what options are available under this provision.
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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