Maple Grove, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-453
Fine, revocation, suspension, or probation
Operative Text
(a) Every license issued under this division is subject to the right, which is hereby expressly reserved, to fine, suspend, revoke, or place on probation the same should the license holder or their agents, employees, representatives, or lessees directly or indirectly operate or maintain short-term rentals contrary to the provisions of this division or any other ordinance of the city or any special permit issued by the city or the laws of the state. (b) The license may be fined, suspended, revoked, or placed in a probation status by the city council after a written notice is sent to the license holder specifying the violations that are the cause for the action and providing notice that the license holder may, within ten days of the notice, request a hearing. If such hearing is requested, the license holder shall receive notice of the hearing date, which shall not be less than ten days from the date of the notice. At any such hearing before the city council or its designated representative, the license holder or his or her attorneys may submit evidence and present witnesses. (c) After a hearing or after the time specific to request the hearing has expired, the city council may fine, suspend, revoke, or place on probation the license if they deem it necessary to protect the public health, safety or general welfare. Applicable fines are included in the fee schedule. The city council decision shall be the final decision of the city.
Maple Grove Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. XII § 10-453 establishes that the city retains authority to fine, suspend, revoke, or place on probation any short-term rental license when the license holder — or anyone acting on their behalf — operates in violation of city ordinances, special permits, or state law. Before any such action is taken, the city must send the license holder written notice identifying the specific violations and informing them of their right to request a hearing within ten days. The city council's decision following that process is final, and applicable fine amounts are set by the city's fee schedule.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 10-453, compliant short-term rental operators in Maple Grove ensure that everyone associated with their rental — including agents, employees, and lessees — follows all applicable city ordinances, special permit conditions, and state law, since violations by any of these parties can trigger license consequences. When a written notice of violation arrives, operators generally act promptly to understand the specified violations and, if they wish to contest the action, submit a hearing request within the ten-day window provided. Keeping thorough records of operational practices and permit compliance supports a license holder's ability to present evidence and witnesses at any city council hearing.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For tenants or neighbors affected by a short-term rental, § 10-453 signals that Maple Grove has a formal enforcement mechanism — including fines, suspension, revocation, or probation of a license — available when a rental is operated contrary to city rules or state law. Anyone who believes a short-term rental is being operated in violation of local ordinances may consider reporting concerns to the city, which can initiate the notice-and-hearing process described in this provision. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or reviewing the city's fee schedule can help clarify what fines apply and what remedies may be available.
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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