Monticello, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 6 (2026) § 112.05
RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNER (LANDLORD)
Operative Text
(A) Owner responsibility . Every owner of a rental dwelling is responsible for violations of duties and obligations imposed by this subchapter, applicable provisions of the city code, and the International Property Maintenance Code. (B) Cleanliness . Every owner of a rental dwelling is responsible for keeping the rental dwelling in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition in conformance with this subchapter, applicable provisions of the city code and the International Property Maintenance Code. (C) Disposal of rubbish . Every owner of a rental dwelling shall have all rubbish, garbage, and waste stored and disposed of in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner. (D) Obtain license . The owner must obtain a license and pay all license fees as required by this subchapter before the rental dwelling may be rented. (Prior Code, § 3-16-5) Penalty, see § 112.99
Monticello Ch. 6 § 112.05 establishes that rental property owners bear direct responsibility for complying with local housing duties, maintaining clean and safe conditions, properly managing waste disposal, and holding a valid rental license before any unit is rented. The provision ties owner accountability to the city code, this subchapter, and the International Property Maintenance Code. Penalties for non-compliance are referenced in § 112.99.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 112.05, compliant rental property operators in Monticello generally maintain their units in clean, sanitary, and safe condition at all times, ensure rubbish and waste are stored and disposed of properly, and secure a valid rental license—along with paying all associated fees—before placing a unit on the rental market. Operators also stay current with obligations under the International Property Maintenance Code and applicable city code provisions. Reviewing § 112.99 provides context for the penalty structure that accompanies violations of these duties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 112.05 establishes that the owner—not the tenant—bears responsibility for keeping a rental dwelling clean, safe, and sanitary, for proper waste disposal, and for holding a current rental license before renting the unit. Tenants who believe an owner is failing these obligations may document conditions, contact the relevant Monticello city authority to report potential code violations, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance. The penalty provisions referenced in § 112.99 may be relevant context when exploring available enforcement paths.
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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