Saint James, Minn., Mun. Code doc-2021 (2026) § 92.05
AGENT REQUIRED
Operative Text
Each owner of a dwelling unit within the city rented, or offered for rent, for residential purposes, which owner does not reside within the city, shall, by written document executed, and acknowledged, by the owner, appoint an agent residing within the city, upon which agent the city may serve notices pertaining to the administration of this subchapter, or of any provisions effective as if made upon the owner. (Prior Code, § 6.32)
Saint James Rental Housing § 92.05 requires that any owner of a residential rental unit located within the city who does not personally live in the city must formally designate a local agent. This appointment must be made through a written, executed, and acknowledged document. The designated agent, who must reside within the city, serves as the official point of contact on whom the city can serve notices related to the administration of the rental housing subchapter, with such service carrying the same legal effect as if it were made directly upon the owner.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Saint James Rental Housing § 92.05, non-resident property owners generally ensure they have a currently designated local agent on file with the city before renting or offering a unit for rent. Compliant operators typically maintain a properly executed and acknowledged written document naming a city-resident agent, and keep that designation current whenever the agent changes. This local agent relationship ensures that official city notices related to rental housing administration can be received and acted upon without delay.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Saint James Rental Housing § 92.05 establishes that your landlord, if they live outside the city, is required to have a local agent designated in writing to receive official city notices. If you are dealing with a non-resident landlord and have concerns about whether a local agent has been properly appointed, tenant-rights organizations or a local housing authority may be able to help you identify the designated agent or understand what options are available. Knowing whether a compliant agent appointment exists can be relevant context when navigating any administrative process under the city's rental housing subchapter.
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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