Wayzata, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 815 § 815.03
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For the purpose of this Chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning: A. "City" means the City of Wayzata. B. "City Council" means the City Council of the City of Wayzata. C. "Compliance Official" means the City Manager or the City Manager's designee. D. "Dwelling Unit" means a single unit providing independent living facilities for one or more persons, including provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and/or sanitation. E. "License" means the license required by and issued pursuant to this Chapter. F. "License Holder" means an owner holding a license. G. "Licensed Premises" means a licensed rental dwelling and all accessory structures of the rental dwellings, such as garages and storage buildings, and appurtenances such as sidewalks, driveways and retaining walls, which are on the property of the rental dwelling. H. "Official Order" means a written notice stating violation(s) of City Code and corrective action to be taken. I. "Operate" means to charge a rental fee or other form of rent for the use of a unit in a rental dwelling. J. "Owner" means a person or legal entity that owns a rental dwelling. K. "Property Manager" means a person authorized by the owner to operate and/or manage the licensed premises. L. "Rental Dwelling" means any building containing one or more dwelling units. M. "Revoke" means to take back, in whole or in part, a license issued by the City. N. "Short-Term Rental" means a lease, license or other agreement for the occupancy, possession or tenancy of a rental dwelling, or portion thereof, where the actual term of occupancy, possession, or tenancy is less than 30 consecutive calendar days. O. "Suspend" means to make a license temporarily inoperative, in whole or in part. P. "Tenant" means any person granted temporary use of a dwelling unit or sleeping room pursuant to a lease or other agreement with the owner of the dwelling unit. Q. "Unit" means a part of a rental dwelling that is leased to a tenant. R. "Wayzata Property Maintenance Code" means Sections 803.01 -- 803.02 of Wayzata City Code.
Section 815.03 of the Wayzata Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational vocabulary used throughout Chapter 815, which governs rental dwelling licensing in the City of Wayzata. Key terms such as "Rental Dwelling," "License Holder," "Compliance Official," and "Short-Term Rental" are given precise meanings that apply whenever those words appear in the chapter. For example, a "Short-Term Rental" is specifically defined as any occupancy arrangement lasting fewer than 30 consecutive calendar days, and "Operate" is defined as charging any rental fee or form of rent for a unit.
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Property owners and managers subject to Chapter 815 should familiarize themselves with the definitions set out in § 815.03, as these terms govern how the rest of the chapter is interpreted and applied. The distinction between "Owner," "License Holder," and "Property Manager" clarifies which parties bear specific responsibilities under the licensing framework, and understanding the definition of "Licensed Premises" helps operators know the full scope of property covered by a license. Operators who charge fees for occupancies under 30 consecutive days should note that such arrangements fall under the "Short-Term Rental" definition, which may carry distinct regulatory implications within the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Wayzata rental dwellings benefit from understanding the definitions in § 815.03, since these terms shape the rights and obligations described throughout Chapter 815. The definition of "Tenant," for instance, covers any person granted temporary use of a dwelling unit under a lease or other agreement, and the definition of "Official Order" describes the written notice mechanism used when code violations are identified. Tenants who believe their housing situation involves a term or concept defined in this section may find it useful to review the full chapter or consult a tenant-rights organization to understand how these definitions affect their specific circumstances.
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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