Owatonna, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 115 (2026) § 115.13
SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF CERTIFICATE
Operative Text
(A) Any registration certificate issued by the city pursuant to the provisions of this section may be suspended or revoked upon a finding that the certificate holder, during the term of the certificate, failed to comply with any provisions of this subchapter, §§ 150.015 through 150.024 and Ch. 151 of this code of ordinances or any applicable federal or state statute or administrative rule, or any other city or county ordinance. (B) A person’s right to apply and receive a registration certificate may be suspended or revoked upon a finding that the applicant has let to another for occupancy any dwelling unit without first obtaining a registration certificate as required by this section or who has failed to comply with any provisions of this subchapter, §§ 150.015 through 150.024 and Ch. 151 of this code of ordinances or any applicable federal or state statute or administrative rule, or any other city or county ordinance. (C) Whenever it appears to the city that adequate grounds may exist for the suspension or revocation of a registration certificate, or the right to receive a registration certificate, the Fire Chief shall by notice as provided in § 115.08 of this chapter, specify the nature of the alleged grounds and order that a hearing on the matter be held as provided below. (D) No such suspension or revocation shall be effective until the licensee or permit holder has been afforded an opportunity for hearing before the Fire Code Board of Appeals as set forth in § 115.11 (B) of this chapter. (E) Upon a finding that the registration certificate holder or applicant has violated any such statute, rule or ordinance, the city may invoke any of the sanctions provided in § 115.04 of this chapter. (1992 Code, § 457:75) (Ord. 1316, passed 5-20-2003)
Owatonna Ch. 115 § 115.13 establishes the conditions under which the city may suspend or revoke a registration certificate for a dwelling unit, or a person's right to obtain one. Grounds for suspension or revocation include failure to comply with relevant subchapter provisions, related code sections (§§ 150.015–150.024 and Ch. 151), applicable federal or state law, or other local ordinances. Before any suspension or revocation takes effect, the certificate holder must be given an opportunity for a hearing before the Fire Code Board of Appeals, and the Fire Chief is responsible for initiating that process through formal notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 115.13, operators of registered dwelling units in Owatonna should maintain continuous compliance with all applicable subchapter requirements, related code provisions (§§ 150.015–150.024 and Ch. 151), and any relevant federal, state, or local rules, since noncompliance can trigger suspension or revocation of a registration certificate. Compliant operators ensure that no dwelling unit is rented or occupied without a valid registration certificate already in place. If the city identifies potential grounds for action, the Fire Chief will issue a formal notice specifying the alleged violations and scheduling a hearing, giving the certificate holder a chance to respond before any sanction takes effect under § 115.04.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 115.13 of Owatonna Ch. 115 provides that a landlord's registration certificate—required to lawfully rent a dwelling unit—can be suspended or revoked if the landlord fails to meet applicable housing, fire, or other regulatory standards. Tenants who believe their landlord is operating without a valid certificate, or is otherwise out of compliance with the referenced code provisions, may bring concerns to the city, which can initiate a formal review process through the Fire Chief. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing resources can help tenants understand how this provision may relate to their situation and what general options exist for raising compliance concerns.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 13, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
No inbound references recorded yet for this provision.