Moorhead, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 1105 (2026) § 9-7-10
MAINTENANCE STANDARDS
Operative Text
A. Every rental unit, other than a manufactured home lot, shall be maintained in accordance with the building standards of chapter 2 of this title, the fire code adopted in chapter 5 of this title, the building code adopted in chapter 1 of this title, and in a manner so as not to create a nuisance pursuant to title 3, chapter 3 of this code. B. Every rental unit which is a manufactured home shall be maintained in accordance with the requirements of title 3, chapter 10 of this code, and in a manner so as not to create a nuisance pursuant to title 3, chapter 3 of this code. C. The designated director of rental registration shall maintain standards for building and utility inspections, including but not limited to inspections relating to maintenance of utility systems within rental units. (Ord. 96-10, 5-6-1996; amd. Ord. 2025-03, 4-28-2025)
Moorhead Ch. 1105 § 9-7-10 establishes that all rental units must be kept in compliance with the city's building, fire, and nuisance codes, with manufactured homes subject to their own specific code requirements. The rule creates a unified maintenance floor that applies across different types of rental housing, ensuring that both structural and utility systems meet established standards. A designated director of rental registration oversees the inspection standards that govern how compliance is measured and verified.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 9-7-10, compliant rental property operators generally ensure that every non-manufactured-home rental unit meets the building standards of Chapter 2, the adopted fire code of Chapter 5, and the building code of Chapter 1, while avoiding conditions that could constitute a nuisance under Title 3, Chapter 3. Operators of manufactured home rentals similarly keep those units aligned with Title 3, Chapter 10 requirements. Staying current with inspections coordinated by the designated director of rental registration—including utility system inspections—is a hallmark of ongoing compliance under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 9-7-10 of Moorhead Ch. 1105 gives tenants a basis to expect that their rental unit is maintained in accordance with the city's building, fire, and nuisance codes, and that utility systems within the unit are subject to inspection oversight by the designated director of rental registration. If a unit appears to fall short of these standards, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and contacting the city's rental registration office to inquire about inspection processes. Tenant-rights organizations in the Moorhead area can help residents understand what options are generally available when maintenance standards under this provision may not be met.
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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