Waldorf, Minn., Mun. Code Ch. 151 (2026) § 175.31
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
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(A) State licensed residential facility . State licensed residential facilities are allowed in all residential districts pursuant to Minnesota State Statutes, as amended from time to time. The regulation of residential occupancies in this section shall not apply to a state licensed residential facility. (B) Residential occupancies . Residential occupancies of single- and two-family dwellings in the R-1 zoning districts shall be limited to Family-Functional and Family-Traditional as defined by this subchapter. Family-Functional and Family-Traditional may have one additional person residing with them for non-rental purposes or for the purpose of providing a housekeeping or personal service for the resident(s) therein. (C) Non-conforming uses. Residential rental properties not in compliance with this subchapter as of the effective date of the subchapter may continue in the non-conforming use provided that if the property ceases to continue in the non-conforming use for a period of 12 consecutive months, the right of continuing non-conformity will end. (Ord. 85, passed - -2020)
Waldorf Ch. 151 § 175.31 establishes who may occupy residential properties in the city's R-1 zoning districts. State-licensed residential facilities are fully permitted in all residential zones under Minnesota State Statutes and are exempt from the occupancy rules that apply to other dwellings. Single- and two-family homes in R-1 districts are limited to 'Family-Functional' and 'Family-Traditional' household types as locally defined, with allowance for one additional person living with them for non-rental or caregiving purposes. Properties that were already operating as rental uses before this subchapter took effect may continue as nonconforming uses, but only so long as that use is not interrupted for 12 or more consecutive months.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Waldorf Ch. 151 § 175.31, operators of single- and two-family rental properties in R-1 districts generally ensure that occupancy arrangements conform to the 'Family-Functional' or 'Family-Traditional' definitions established by the subchapter. Compliant operators are mindful that allowing an additional resident is only permissible under the specific non-rental or personal-service conditions the provision describes. Landlords relying on a nonconforming-use status should be aware that a gap in that use lasting 12 consecutive months can extinguish the right to continue operating under that status.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Waldorf Ch. 151 § 175.31 defines the types of household arrangements permitted in R-1 residential districts, which can affect who is allowed to live in a rental home and under what conditions. Tenants in single- or two-family dwellings should be aware that occupancy is generally limited to the household types defined by this subchapter, and that state-licensed residential facilities are treated differently and are exempt from these restrictions. Tenants who believe their living arrangement or housing rights may be affected by this provision can consult local tenant-rights organizations or contact the city of Waldorf directly for information about how the subchapter applies.
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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