Perham, Minn., Mun. Code doc-2834 (2026) § 151.055
SANITATION
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The operator of every rooming house shall be responsible for the sanitary maintenance of all walls, floors, and ceilings and for maintenance of sanitary conditions in every other part of the rooming house. The operator shall be further responsible for the sanitary maintenance of the entire premises where the entire structure or building is leased or occupied by the operator. (Ord. 213, passed 2-7-00) Penalty, see § 151.999
Perham Rooming Houses § 151.055 places the responsibility for keeping walls, floors, ceilings, and all other areas of a rooming house in a sanitary condition squarely on the operator. When the operator leases or occupies the entire building or structure, that sanitary responsibility extends to the full premises. This rule establishes a baseline standard of cleanliness that applies throughout the property, not just in individual rooms.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Perham Rooming Houses § 151.055, compliant rooming house operators routinely inspect and maintain walls, floors, and ceilings in sanitary condition throughout the property, including common areas and shared spaces. When an operator controls the entire building, that maintenance obligation covers every part of the premises. Operators generally keep records of cleaning schedules, repairs, and inspections to demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Perham Rooming Houses § 151.055 establishes that the operator—not the tenant—bears responsibility for keeping walls, floors, ceilings, and other parts of the rooming house sanitary. If conditions in your rooming house fall below this standard, tenants may have grounds to raise a violation of this provision when addressing habitability concerns with local authorities. Consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Perham municipal code can help clarify what options are available, including how penalties referenced in § 151.999 may factor into enforcement.
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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