Montevideo, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 2 (2026) § 10-2-7
PENALTY
Operative Text
A. The city council, by resolution, may establish administrative penalties for failure to correct housing violations and failure to register. B. In addition to any administrative fines, any violation of this chapter is a misdemeanor and is subject to all penalties provided for such violations. C. It is a misdemeanor for any person to prevent, delay or provide false information to any city official, or his/her representative, while they are engaging in the performance of their duties as set forth in this chapter. D. In addition to bringing criminal charges for violation of this chapter, the city of Montevideo may seek a civil injunction against any licensee or occupant who violates any terms of this chapter. E. All applicants must include in any lease (written or oral) a copy of this chapter and must further advise all tenants that a violation of this chapter by the applicant (landlord) or any occupant of the premises could result in termination or revocation of the rental license and immediate eviction of all tenants. (Ord. 856, 12-19-2005)
Montevideo Ch. 2 Housing Standards § 10-2-7 establishes a multi-layered penalty framework for housing code violations. The city council may set administrative penalties by resolution, and any violation of the chapter also constitutes a misdemeanor subject to criminal penalties. Beyond criminal exposure, the city may pursue civil injunctions against landlords or occupants who violate the chapter, and interfering with or providing false information to city officials performing their duties under this chapter is itself a separate misdemeanor offense.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 10-2-7, compliant operators correct housing violations promptly, maintain current registration, and cooperate fully with city officials conducting inspections or other duties under Chapter 2. Landlords are required to include a copy of this chapter in every lease—written or oral—and to inform tenants that violations by the landlord or any occupant could lead to license termination or revocation and immediate eviction of all tenants. Operators who fail to meet these obligations face potential administrative fines, misdemeanor charges, and civil injunction proceedings brought by the city of Montevideo.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 10-2-7 entitles tenants to receive a copy of Chapter 2 Housing Standards as part of their lease agreement, and landlords are obligated to advise tenants of the consequences that violations can carry, including possible eviction. If a landlord fails to correct violations, does not maintain a valid rental license, or otherwise runs afoul of this chapter, the city of Montevideo has authority to pursue administrative penalties, criminal misdemeanor charges, or a civil injunction. Tenants who believe their landlord is not complying with Chapter 2 may consider contacting the city of Montevideo directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options under § 10-2-7.
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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