Rosemount, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 95 (2026) § 9-8-2
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This chapter applies to all dwellings and dwelling units that are leased in whole or in part for residential purposes. This chapter does not apply to retail, commercial, or industrial rental activities; Minnesota Department of Health-licensed rest homes, convalescent care facilities, group homes, nursing homes and assisted living facilities; hotels and motels; and manufactured home parks where the owner of the building is the primary occupant of the structure. (Ord. 2026-02, 4-7-2026)
Rosemount Ch. 95 Rental Licensing § 9-8-2 establishes which rental properties fall under the city's rental licensing requirements. The chapter covers any dwelling or dwelling unit rented for residential purposes, whether fully or partially leased. However, it carves out several categories from coverage, including commercial and industrial rentals, state-licensed care facilities, hotels and motels, and manufactured home parks where the building owner is the primary occupant.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rosemount Ch. 95 Rental Licensing § 9-8-2, operators of residential rental properties in Rosemount generally need to determine whether their property type falls within the chapter's scope before assuming licensing obligations apply or do not apply. Compliant operators typically review whether their property fits one of the enumerated exemptions—such as operating a Minnesota Department of Health-licensed facility or a qualifying manufactured home park—before proceeding. Those renting any dwelling or dwelling unit for residential purposes that does not meet an exemption should expect the full chapter's requirements to apply to their operations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Rosemount Ch. 95 Rental Licensing § 9-8-2 defines the range of residential rental situations that the city's rental licensing framework is designed to cover, which can be relevant to tenants seeking to understand whether their housing is subject to local oversight. Tenants living in a covered dwelling unit may be able to reference this provision when raising questions about whether their landlord holds the required license. Those with questions about whether their specific housing type falls within or outside the chapter's scope may find guidance through the City of Rosemount or a local tenant-rights organization.
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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