Ramsey, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 26, art. XIV § 26-649
Local manager
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(a) No license shall be issued or renewed if the owner does not reside within 75 miles of the rental dwelling units unless such owner designates in writing the name and contact information (verified by driver's license or identification card) of a local manager who resides within 75 miles of the rental units, who is responsible for the maintenance upkeep of the building, and who is legally constituted and empowered to receive service of notice of violation of the provisions of this Code, to receive orders, to institute remedial action to effect such orders, and to accept all service of process pursuant to law. The city shall be notified in writing of any change of local manager. No P.O. Boxes will be accepted without a current owner address. (b) Licensees are responsible for acts or omissions of their managers as it pertains to the rental dwelling.
Ramsey Code of Ordinances ch. 26, art. XIV § 26-649 establishes that rental property owners who live more than 75 miles from their units must designate a local manager who lives within 75 miles and is authorized to receive legal notices, orders, and service of process on the owner's behalf. The designated manager's identity must be verified and submitted in writing, and the city must be notified whenever that manager changes. Owners remain legally responsible for the acts and omissions of any manager they appoint in connection with the rental property.
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Under Ramsey Code of Ordinances ch. 26, art. XIV § 26-649, operators who live beyond the 75-mile threshold generally maintain a written designation on file with the city that names a local manager whose identity has been verified by a driver's license or government-issued ID. Compliant operators update that designation promptly whenever a manager change occurs and ensure the manager has full legal authority to receive notices, respond to city orders, and take corrective action. Because the ordinance holds licensees accountable for their managers' acts and omissions, operators typically establish clear communication and oversight protocols with anyone serving in that role.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ramsey Code of Ordinances ch. 26, art. XIV § 26-649 gives tenants the assurance that a locally reachable, legally empowered contact must exist for any out-of-area landlord — someone who can receive official notices and act on code violations. If a tenant believes no such manager has been properly designated, or that the landlord is operating without a valid license, that concern can generally be raised with the city of Ramsey's licensing or code enforcement office. Tenants may also consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how a landlord's failure to comply with this provision could be relevant to their situation.
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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