Victoria, Minn., Mun. Code art. 103-V (2026) § 103-129
Notices And Orders Of The Code Official
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Compliance order. The code official shall prepare a compliance order, listing all violations and the date or dates when such violations shall be corrected. The property owner shall have the responsibility to correct all violations within the time limit set forth by the code official. For any questions regarding the compliance of said violations, the property owner may contact the code official. Substandard occupancy. No occupancy shall be permitted for any dwelling or rental unit when, in the opinion of the code official, there exists inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, physical damage, unsanitary condition or abandonment which constitutes a fire hazard or a hazard to public safety or health. Notice to vacate. The code official shall have the authority to issue a notice to vacate order on any building that is, in the opinion of the code official and as defined in this section, deemed substandard. (Code 1998, § 8-130; Ord. No. 349, 4-12-2007)
Victoria's Rental Housing Code § 103-129 establishes a formal process by which the code official identifies housing violations, issues a compliance order listing each violation and its correction deadline, and—when a dwelling is found to pose fire, safety, or health hazards due to poor maintenance, damage, or unsanitary conditions—can prohibit occupancy and order residents to vacate. The provision gives the code official authority to act on substandard conditions even before a formal court proceeding. These powers apply to any dwelling or rental unit within the jurisdiction covered by the Code.
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Under § 103-129, a compliant property owner responds promptly to any compliance order issued by the code official, addressing each listed violation by the specified deadline. Operators generally keep records of corrective actions taken and communicate with the code official's office when questions arise about whether a particular repair satisfies the order's requirements. Owners should be aware that failure to remedy conditions deemed substandard—such as fire hazards, dilapidation, or unsanitary conditions—can result in the code official prohibiting occupancy or issuing a notice to vacate, which directly affects the ability to rent the property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 103-129 gives tenants a basis for understanding their protections when a rental unit is in poor condition: if the code official determines that a dwelling poses a fire hazard or a threat to public health or safety, occupancy can be prohibited and a notice to vacate may be issued. Tenants who believe their unit has serious maintenance, safety, or sanitary problems may contact the local code official's office to request an inspection or inquire about any existing compliance orders on the property. Tenant-rights organizations in Victoria can also help residents understand what options are generally available when a unit may be subject to a compliance order or substandard-occupancy determination under this provision.
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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