Park Rapids, Minn., Mun. Code doc-6490 (2026) § 152.051
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Operative Text
No person shall hereafter occupy, allow to be occupied, or let to another person for occupancy any rental unit within the city for which a rental unit registration has not been issued by the city. An application for registration shall be made upon forms furnished by the city for such purpose and shall specifically require the following minimum information: (A) Name, address, and phone number of the property owner. (B) The street address of the rental property. The PID# of the rental property. (C) The number of units within the rental property. (D) The name, phone number, and address of the person authorized to make or order repairs or services made to the property, if in violation of any applicable city or state codes, if the person is different than the owner or local administrator. (Am. Ord. 473, passed 12-12-2006; Am. Ord. 475, passed 2-27-2007)
Park Rapids Rental Registration § 152.051 prohibits any rental unit within the city from being occupied or rented out unless the city has issued a valid registration for that unit. To obtain registration, property owners must submit an application on city-provided forms that includes the owner's contact information, the property's street address and parcel identification number, the total number of units, and the contact details of any designated repair person if different from the owner. This rule applies to all parties involved in the rental relationship — owners, managers, and occupants alike.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Park Rapids Rental Registration § 152.051, compliant rental property operators ensure that every unit they rent out holds a current city-issued registration before any tenant moves in. Operators typically keep their registration applications up to date with accurate owner contact information, the property's street address and PID number, unit count, and the name and contact details of any authorized repair representative. Maintaining current records for all of these required fields helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with the city's registration program.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Park Rapids Rental Registration § 152.051 establishes that rental units are not supposed to be occupied unless the city has issued a valid registration — meaning tenants have an interest in knowing whether their unit is properly registered. Tenants who suspect their unit lacks a required registration may contact the City of Park Rapids directly to inquire about a property's registration status. Tenant-rights organizations can also help explain how an unregistered unit status might be relevant to a tenant's broader rights under local and state law.
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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