Maple Plain, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. 13 § 4-508
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This article applies to all dwelling units that are leased in whole or in part as rental dwelling units or are available as rental housing, including those in existence at the time of adoption of this article. It includes accessory structures such as garages and storage buildings and appurtenances such as sidewalks and retaining walls which are on the premises. This section does not apply to facilities currently licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Maple Plain Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. 13 § 4-508 establishes the reach of the rental housing article, covering essentially all leased or available-for-rent dwelling units in the city, whether they existed before or after the article was adopted. The scope extends beyond the main living space to include accessory structures like garages and storage buildings, as well as appurtenances such as sidewalks and retaining walls on the same premises. One category is explicitly excluded: facilities that hold a current license from the Minnesota Department of Health fall outside this article's requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Maple Plain Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. 13 § 4-508, operators of rental properties generally understand that the article's obligations extend to the entire premises—not just the interior of the dwelling unit—including garages, storage buildings, sidewalks, and retaining walls. Compliant operators typically assess all structures and appurtenances on a rental property when evaluating their responsibilities under the article. Properties licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health are exempt, so operators of such facilities would confirm their licensing status to determine whether this article applies to them.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Maple Plain Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. 13 § 4-508 means that tenants renting any dwelling unit in Maple Plain—including those in older buildings—are generally covered by the protections and standards set out in this article. Importantly, coverage extends to shared or accessory spaces like garages, storage areas, sidewalks, and retaining walls that are part of the rental premises, not just the living unit itself. Tenants who believe conditions in any of these areas fall short of the article's standards may consider contacting the city of Maple Plain directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand 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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