Minneapolis, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 12 § 240.15
Policy (Minneapolis Housing Code)
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It is the policy of the City of Minneapolis to help prevent the poisoning of its residents by requiring that the presence of deteriorated lead-based paint on the interior and exterior of pre-1978 residential structures and on the exterior of pre-1978 nonresidential structures be identified and be correctly addressed by reducing and controlling lead-based paint hazards which may be present, in order to prevent human exposure to such hazards. ( Ord. No. 2025-063 , § 1, 12-11-25)
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 240.15 establishes the city's foundational policy on lead-based paint hazards in older buildings. The rule reflects the city's commitment to identifying deteriorated lead-based paint on the interiors and exteriors of residential structures built before 1978, as well as the exteriors of pre-1978 nonresidential structures. Its stated purpose is to reduce and control lead-based paint hazards so that residents are not exposed to them.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 240.15, the city has set a clear policy framework that shapes obligations for owners of pre-1978 properties. Compliant operators generally stay informed about how this policy is implemented through related sections of Chapter 240, maintain awareness of deteriorated lead-based paint conditions on both interior and exterior surfaces, and take steps to address identified hazards in accordance with city requirements. Understanding this policy section helps property managers contextualize the more specific inspection, disclosure, and remediation requirements found elsewhere in the ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 12 § 240.15 signals that the city has made preventing lead poisoning an explicit municipal priority, particularly for residents of housing built before 1978. Tenants living in such properties have an interest in knowing whether deteriorated lead-based paint has been identified and properly addressed, as this policy underpins more specific protections found in Chapter 240. Those with concerns about lead hazards in their home may consider contacting the City of Minneapolis, reviewing related provisions of the ordinance, or reaching 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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