Park Rapids, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 (2026) § 152.070
AUTHORITY TO CONDEMN OR CLOSE OFF RENTALS
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(A) When the conduct of any registration holder or their agent, representative, employee, or lessee is detrimental to the public health, sanitation, safety, and general welfare of the community at large or residents of the rental units so as to constitute a nuisance, fire hazard, or other unsafe or dangerous condition and, thus, give rise to an emergency, the Police Chief, City Administrator, or such other person designated by the City Administrator shall have the authority to summarily condemn or close off individual rental units or such areas of the rental dwelling as necessary in accordance with the procedures set forth in this chapter. Any person aggrieved by such decision or action may appeal the decision following the procedures set out herein. (B) The decision of the Police Chief, City Administrator, or such other person designated by the City Administrator, as set forth herein, shall not be voided by the filing of such appeal. Only after the hearing by the Board of Adjustment has been held will such decision or action be affected. (Am. Ord. 473, passed 12-12-2006; Am. Ord. 611, passed 12-8-2020)
Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.070 establishes that city officials—specifically the Police Chief or City Administrator—hold the authority to immediately condemn or close individual rental units or sections of a rental dwelling when conditions rise to the level of a nuisance, fire hazard, or other dangerous emergency. The closure or condemnation takes effect right away and remains in force even if the affected party files an appeal. A formal appeal can be brought before the Board of Adjustment, but only a decision from that board can alter the original action.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.070, registration holders and their agents, employees, or lessees are expected to maintain rental properties in a manner that does not create nuisances, fire hazards, or unsafe conditions that could trigger an emergency closure. Compliant operators generally conduct regular inspections, address hazardous conditions promptly, and ensure that all representatives acting on their behalf uphold the same standards. If a summary condemnation or closure is issued, the provision provides a formal appeal pathway through the Board of Adjustment, though the closure remains in effect during that process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Park Rapids Ch. 152 § 152.070 gives tenants a layer of protection by empowering city officials to act swiftly when a rental unit or dwelling area poses an emergency-level threat to health or safety. If a unit is condemned or closed under this provision, residents have the right to understand the basis for that action and may observe or participate in any appeal proceedings before the Board of Adjustment. Tenants who believe their housing conditions warrant city intervention, or who have questions about a closure affecting them, may contact the Park Rapids City Administrator's office or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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