Minn. R. 1300 § 1300.0020
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The chapters listed in part 1300.0050, including the standards they adopt by reference, are the Minnesota State Building Code and may be cited as or referred to as the "code."
Minn. R. 1300 § 1300.0020 establishes the official name and citation shorthand for Minnesota's statewide building regulations. The chapters enumerated in part 1300.0050, together with any standards they incorporate by reference, collectively form what is legally known as the "Minnesota State Building Code" or simply "the code." This naming provision gives the entire regulatory framework a single, recognized title for use in legal documents, permits, and official communications.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minn. R. 1300 § 1300.0020, the regulatory framework governing construction, renovation, and building standards in Minnesota is officially titled the Minnesota State Building Code. Property owners and managers commonly refer to this body of rules when pulling permits, scheduling inspections, or reviewing compliance requirements for their buildings. Knowing that the "code" referenced in official documents points to this consolidated set of chapters and adopted standards helps operators navigate regulatory correspondence accurately.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minn. R. 1300 § 1300.0020 identifies the Minnesota State Building Code as the official name for the set of building regulations that apply to residential and other structures across the state. When tenants encounter references to "the code" in inspection reports, habitability complaints, or housing court proceedings, that term traces back to this provision and the chapters it encompasses. Tenants who believe their housing does not meet code standards may explore options such as contacting a local housing or building inspection office, raising code compliance as a defense in an eviction proceeding, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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