Princeton, Minn., City Code title 3 ch. 358 (2026) § 358.04
International Property Maintenance Code
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358.04 International Property Maintenance Code. The current version of the International Property Maintenance Code as published by the International Code Council, Inc., is hereby adopted as the property maintenance code of the City for the purposes of this Article relative to the control of buildings and structures as herein provided; and each and all of the 3-20 Amended 10-22-26 regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said property maintenance code are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this Article, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, as amended from time to time.
Section 358.04 of Princeton, MN City Code Title 3 Ch. 358 formally incorporates the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), published by the International Code Council, into the city's local law governing residential rental properties. This means the IPMC's standards for building upkeep, safety, and habitability carry the same legal weight as any locally written rule under this chapter. The city retains the ability to add, remove, or modify IPMC provisions, and any future updates to the adopted version are automatically folded in as amendments are made.
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Under § 358.04, operators of long-term residential rental properties in Princeton are expected to maintain their buildings in compliance with the International Property Maintenance Code as it stands from time to time. Compliant operators typically familiarize themselves with the IPMC's requirements for structural integrity, sanitation, mechanical systems, and occupant safety, and conduct regular inspections to identify and correct deficiencies before licensing reviews. Because the city may amend or supplement the IPMC, staying current with any local modifications published under Ord. 901 is a standard part of responsible property management in Princeton.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 358.04 means that tenants in Princeton's long-term rental housing are entitled to conditions that meet the International Property Maintenance Code's habitability and safety standards, which are legally binding under local law. If a rental unit appears to fall short of those standards—such as issues with structural safety, heating, plumbing, or sanitation—tenants generally have the option of documenting the conditions and contacting the city's licensing or code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations can also help renters understand how the IPMC standards under § 358.04 may relate to their situation and what general enforcement paths are available.
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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