Local Policy: Heat
If you have a question about the requirements for heat in your city and/or what rights you have to enforce a city code or a state law, call our tenant hotline:
(612) 728-5767 … or call us toll-free from Greater MN at: (866) 866-3546
(Minneapolis renters should call 612-673-3003)
The information here is merely a basic paraphrase of local codes & ordinances collected in December 2009. It is meant to be used as a reference, not as legal advice or a substitute for the full and complete statute. Before taking action, we recommend that you call your local city hall to confirm that the heat code information here is current and accurate, as well as to inquire about what method of enforcement the city and/or you as a renter can take to ensure your rights are not violated.
Does your landlord have to keep your apartment warm?
State Law
There is no Minnesota law requiring a landlord to maintain a specific temperature for their tenants. However, some state laws offer tenants a few options. Minnesota Statute § 504B.161 requires that every landlord of residential premises, whether the lease is in writing or oral, do the following:
- keep the premises and all common areas fit for the use intended by the parties;
- keep the premises in reasonable repair during the term of the lease or license;
- maintain the premises in compliance with the applicable health and safety laws of the state.
Additionally, Minnesota Statute § 504B.381 allows a tenant to file an ETRA (Emergency Tenant Remedies Action) with the courts for the loss of running water, hot water, heat, electricity, sanitary facilities, or other essential services or facilities that the landlord is responsible for providing.
Local Ordinances
For tenants in some cities, local ordinances provide additional protections. In late 2009, HOME Line researched what local governments for cities with a population over 5000 did with respect to heat of residential buildings. Information was either looked up online or city officials were contacted directly.
Definitions are important. In the list below, the section “Type of Heating Code Language” includes a general term categorizing the type of language a city has adopted. The three options are Building, Heating, or None:
- Some cities have ordinances called heating codes, which means that there is a city ordinance requiring the landlord to maintain a certain temperature. (Heating)
- Some cities have ordinances called building codes, which means there is a city ordinance requiring the landlord to have working facilities capable of maintaining a certain temperature but may not require the landlord to actually maintain that temperature. (Building)
- Some cities have no ordinance whatsoever with respect to heat. (None)
A city may have both a heating code and a building code. However, a heating code provides tenants with greater rights than a building code.
| City | Type of Heating Code | Heat Code Paraprhased | Heat Code Citation | Main Phone |
| Albert Lea | Building | Heating facilities must be capable of safely and adequately maintaining at least 70 degrees F. * | Sec. 34-58 (5) | 507-377-4335 |
| Alexandria | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | Sec R 303.8 | 320-763-6678 |
| Andover | Heating | When the outdoor temperature is no colder than 16 degrees below zero, heat should be at least 68 degrees (measured 3 feet from the floor). Heating system must be capable of safely heating the unit to at least 68 degrees during this time. | Title 9, Chapter 9: Section 4, Part I & Section 10, Part A | 763-767-5124 |
| Anoka | Heating | If it is between -20 degrees F and 60 degrees F, the temperature must be kept to 70 degrees F. | 18-122(k) | 763-576-2700 |
| Apple Valley | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | 952-953-2500 |
| Arden Hills | Heating | From 9/30 to 5/1 the temperature in habitable rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms should be no less than 68 degrees F. In areas where the average monthly temp is above 30 degrees, a minimum temp of 65 is required. | 1400.006, subdivision 2, parts B & C | 651.792.7800 |
| Austin | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 507-437-9940 |
| Baxter | Heating | From 9/30 to 5/1 the temperature must be at least 70 degrees F from 6:30 am to 9:30 pm. At all other times the temperature must be at least 60 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 9-6-5 | 218-454-5100 |
| Bemidji | Heating | A temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Chapter 10, Sec 10-6, adoption of IPMC 602.3 | 218-759-3560 |
| Big Lake | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 763-263-2107 |
| Blaine | Building | Buildings must have a heating system that is capable of maintaining a temperature of 68 degrees F. * | call city | 763-784-6700 |
| Bloomington | Heating | A temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Call city complaint # 952-563-8934 | 952-563-8980 |
| Brainerd | Heating | The owner or operator shall furnish heat capable of reaching 68 degrees to the occupants thereof whenever the outside temperature is 60 degrees Fahrenheit or below for any continuous twenty-four-hour period. | Article IV, Section 425.430 | 218-828-2307 |
| Brooklyn Center | Heating | When heat is supplied by the landlord, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F must be maintained from 9/1 to 5/31. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. All residential buildings must have heating equipment capable of safely maintaining at least 68 degrees F. | Chapter 12, Sections 12-313 & 12-601 | 763-569-3473 |
| Brooklyn Park | Heating | From 9/15 to 5/15 the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F in all habitable rooms and bathrooms. | Chapter 106, Section 106.02 Z, adoption of IPMC 602.3 | 763-493-8180 |
| Buffalo | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 763-682-1181 |
| Burnsville | Heating | From 10/1 to 5/1 the temperature must be at least 65 degrees F. If it is abnormally cold the temperature in the building does not matter as long as the heating facilities are working to their full capacity. | 4-8-6-2 C | 952-895-4490 |
| Cambridge | Heating | The temperature must be at least 70 degrees F unless it is below minus 20 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 763-689-3211 | |
| Champlin | Heating | From 10/1 to 4/30, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Champlin City Code, Chapter 106, Article IV, Sections 106-71 to 106-72 (adopting 2006 IPMC 602.3 and amending to cover October to May) | 763-923-7112 |
| Chaska | Building | From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | Division 2 Section 51 d 4 | 952-448-9200 |
| Cloquet | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | (218) 879-3347 |
| Columbia Heights | Heating | From 10/1 to 5/1 the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | § 5A.210 | 763-706-3656 |
| Coon Rapids | Building | From October through May the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 12-306(6) | 763-755-2880 |
| Corcoran | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 763-420-2288 ext. 20 |
| Cottage Grove | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 70 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | Chapter 7, 9-7-6, E | 651-458-2800 |
| Crystal | Heating | From September 1 to June 1 , a temperature of at least 68°F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees, then 68 degrees indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | 425.05, Subd 2o, adoption of IPMC 602.3 | 763-531-1000 |
| Deephaven | None | NA | NA | 952-474-4755 |
| Detroit Lakes | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 218-8846-7136 |
| Duluth | Heating | From October 15 to May 15, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. (City is in the process of extending dates to September 15 to June 15, as of 10/11/2010 it is still October 15 to May 15. Make sure to double check with city) | Adopted IPMC 602.3 | 218-730-5300 |
| Eagan | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-675-5687 |
| East Bethel | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 763-367-7840 |
| East Grand Forks | None | NA | NA | 773-2208 |
| Eden Prairie | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | Dave 952-949-8350 or Rick 952-949-8335 |
| Edina | Heating | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining at least 68 degrees F, and must be operated to maintain at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor when the temperature outside is minus 20 degrees F. | Section 725.07, Subdivision 4 | 952-826-0370 |
| Elk River | Heating | From October 15 to April 15, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Elk River City Code, Chapter 30, Article III, Section 30-157 to 30-158 (adopting 2006 IPMC 602.3 and amending to cover October 15 to April 15 ) | 763-635-1000 |
| Excelsior | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 8-131 | 763-479-1720 |
| Fairmont | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 507-238-9461 |
| Falcon Heights | Heating | The temperature must be at least 68 degrees F unless it is below minus 20 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 105-59 | 651-644-5050 |
| Faribault | Building | From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | Sec. 7-65 | 507-334-2222 |
| Fergus Falls | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 218-332-5400 |
| Forest Lake | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-464-3550 |
| Fridley | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 220.10.4 | 763-571-3450 |
| Gaylord | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor in the center of the room. | 151.33 | 507-237-2338 |
| Glencoe | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 320-864-5586 |
| Golden Valley | Heating | From “October to April”, there should be a minimum of 68 degrees in all rooms. This is measured 3 feet above the floor in the center of the room. Common areas should be kept at a minimum of 65 degrees. | Sec. 4.60, Subdiv. 8, part C | 763-593-8006 |
| Grand Rapids | Heating | From Sept. 15 – May 15, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Grand Rapids City Code, Chapter 30, Article IV, Section 30-147 to 30-148 (adopting 2006 IPMC 602.3 and amending to cover Sept. 15 – May 15 ) | 218-326-7600 |
| Ham Lake | None | NA | NA | 763-434-9555 |
| Hastings | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 157.06 D | 651-480-2350 |
| Hermantown | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 218-729-3600 |
| Hibbing | Heating | A temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | IPMC 602.3 (city has not adopted specific dates) | 218-362-5937 |
| Hopkins | Heating | From October 1 to May 15, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 68 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Chapter IV, Section 405, Section 602.3 | 952-939-1340 |
| Hutchinson | Heating | From 9/1 to 6/1 the temperature must be at least 70 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 150.54 | 320-587-5151 |
| International Falls | Building | The heating facilities must be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F, measured 18 inches above floor, during ordinary winter conditions * | Sec, 4-20 f | 218-283-9485 |
| Inver Grove Heights | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | 651-450-2500 |
| Lake Elmo | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-777-5510 |
| Lakefield | None | NA | NA | 507-662-5457 |
| Lakeville | Building | Buildings must have heating facilities capable of maintaining 68 degrees F. * | call city | 952-985-4400 |
| Lino Lakes | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-982-2400 |
| Little Canada | Building | The City requires that heating systems be capable of maintaining 70 degrees. * | call city | 651-766-4029 |
| Little Falls | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | 320-616-5500 |
| Mahtomedi | Heating | From 9/1 or when the daily average temperature is below 68 degrees F to 5/31 or when the daily average temperature is above 68 degrees the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 12.07(J), Subd. 10 | 651-426-3344 |
| Mankato | Heating | The temperature must be at least 68 degrees F unless it is colder than minus 20 degrees F outside. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 13.11 | 507-387-8636 |
| Maple Grove | Building | All rental buildings must have heating facilities capable of maintaining 68 degrees F temperature while the temp outside is as low as -25 degrees F. Measurements must be taken 3 feet above ground and away from a window. * | 10-378 | 763-494-6010 |
| Maplewood | Building | Temp 3 feet above the floor has to comply with state and federal guidelines. No degree specifics. | 12.102 Subdiv. 6 | (651) 249-2050 |
| Medicine Lake | Building | Buildings must be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F with an outside temperature of -25 degrees F. Measure the temperature inside two (2) feet above the floor and three feet from exterior walls. * | Ordinance 90, Section 33 | 763-542-9701 |
| Melrose | Heating | From September through May the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 151.05(B)(8) | 320-256-4278 |
| Mendota Heights | Building | Building should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees, at a point 3 feet above the floor.* | call city | 651-452-1850 |
| Minneapolis | Heating | From 10/1 to 4/30 the heating equipment shall maintain 68 degrees F. From 9/13 to 9/30 and from 5/1 to 5/15 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 65 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 244.460 | 612-673-5800 |
| Minnetonka | Building | Dwelling units, guest rooms, and congregate residences shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit at a point 3 feet above the floor in all habitable rooms | City code 525.005, Adoption of 1997 Uniform Housing Code | 952-939-8200 |
| Monticello | Heating | From 9/1 to 5/31 the temperature must be at least 68° F. If the outdoor temperature is -20° F, the temperature can be below 68° F as long as the heating system is still functioning properly. | IPMC 602.3 (As adopted by Title 4, Chapter 4, Section 1 & amended by Section 3) | 763-271-3213 |
| Moorhead | Heating | During the appropriate season, landlords shall supply enough heat to maintain a temperature of at least 70. Each dwelling should have access to the thermostat controls for its heating supply. | 9-2-6 (B) | 218-299-5304 |
| Morris | Building | Heating facilities must be capable of maintaining 65 degrees F. * Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and 2 feet from each exterior wall. | Sec 4.31 Subd. 21(F) | 320-589-3141 |
| Mound | Heating | From October 1 to May 1, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Chapter 105, Article IV, Section 105-131, adoption of IPMC 602.3 | 952-472-0600 |
| Mounds View | Heating | The heat supplied needs to maintaining 68 degrees F from Sept 15th to May 15th. .* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 1005.01 – 1005.35 adopting Section 602.3 of the IPMC | 763-717-4000 |
| New Brighton | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 70 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 13-77 Heating Facilities | 651-638-2100 |
| New Hope | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 763-531-5100 |
| New Ulm | None | NA | NA | 507-359-8226 |
| North Branch | Building | Building design would have to be capable of maintaining 68 degrees. * | call city | 651-674-8113 |
| North Mankato | None | NA | NA | 507-625-4151 |
| North St. Paul | Heating | From September through May the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 152.35 and 152.39 | 651-747-2400 |
| Northfield | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 507-645-3001 |
| Oak Grove | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | (763) 404-7007 |
| Oakdale | Heating | From October 1 to May 31 the temperature must be at least 68 degrees in all habitable rooms and bathrooms. | Chapter 7, Article I, 602.3 adopting IPMC Section 602.3 | 651-739-5086 |
| Orono | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | (952) 249-4600 |
| Otsego | Heating | From September through May a temperature of at least 68 degrees should be maintained. This should be measured 3 feet off the floor and 3 feet away from an exterior wall. | 7-11-6 (F) | 763-441-2593 |
| Owatonna | Heating | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. | 460:11 Subd. 1 (c) | 507-444–4300 |
| Plymouth | Heating | From 9/15 to 5/15 the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. If it is abnormally cold the temperature in the building does not matter as long as the heating facilities are working to their full capacity. | Chapter IV, Section 405.03, 602.3 | 763-509-5000 |
| Prior Lake | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 952-447-9800 |
| Ramsey | Building | From 10/1 to April 4/1, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | 763-427-1410 | |
| Red Wing | Heating | When the outside temperature is below 60 degrees F, the temperature inside should be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and 2 feet from exterior wall. | 4.30 Subd. 9 (G) | 651-385-3600 |
| Redwood Falls | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 507-637-5755 |
| Richfield | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 70 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 405.11 Subd. 6 | 612-861-9982 |
| Robbinsdale | Heating | From 10/1 to 5/1 the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall. Senior buildings must be 70 degree F year-round. | 425.17 Subd 2 | 763-537-4534 |
| Rochester | Heating | When the temperature at the Rochester Airport falls below 50 degrees F, the heating facilities must be operating. the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F unless it is below minus 20 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and 2 feet from an exterior wall. | 34.08 Heating Facilities. | 507-328-2900 |
| Rosemount | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-423-4411 |
| Roseville | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | 651-792-7000 |
| Saint Louis Park | Heating | From 9/1 to 6/1 the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. If it is below minus 20 degrees F and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Section 6-142 adopting IPMC 602.3 | (952) 924-2500 |
| Sartell | Building | NA | NA | 320-253-2171 |
| Savage | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 952-882-2660 |
| Shakopee | Building | City follows the International Residential Code, and building must be capable of maintaining 68 degree temperature. This is measured at 3 feet off the ground and 2 feet away from an exterior wall. * | 952-233-9300 | |
| Shoreview | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 70 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor.* | 211.070 (D)(4) | 651-490-4600 |
| South St. Paul | Building | Only a building code that requires that a heating system be capable of maintaining a minimum of 68 degrees, measured at 3 feet above floor and 2 feet from an exterior wall. | call city | 651-554-3200 |
| Spring Lake Park | Building | Building should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees, measured at 3 feet off the floor, when the outdoor temperature is -25 degrees. * | 150.076 (K) | 763-784-6491 |
| St. Anthony | Building | Buildings must be capable of maintaining 68 degrees, measured at 18 inches above the ground. * | call city | 612-782-3301 |
| St. Cloud | Heating | From October 15 to April 15, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F shall be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | St. Cloud City Code Chapter III, Section 300:41 adopting IPMC Chapter 6, 602.3 | 320-255-7200 |
| St. Joseph | Building | Building must have facilities capable of maintaining 68 degrees F, measured at 3 feet off the ground and 3 feet away from an exterior wall. * | 55.10: Minimal Thermal Standards | 320-363-7201 |
| St. Michael | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | 763-497-2041 |
| St. Paul | Heating | From 10/15 to 4/15 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F unless the outside temperature is below minus 20 degrees F.* If the heating facilities are not safely maintained or in good working condition, the tenant my repair and deduct from rent after making a reasonable attempt to notify the property owner and submitting the proper receipts to the owner. | sec 49.03, Ord. No. 17056, 10-11-83 | 651-266-8989 |
| St. Paul Park | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-459-9785 |
| St. Peter | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 507-934-0667 |
| Stewartville | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | NA | 507-533-4745 |
| Stillwater | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 651-430-8800 |
| Thief River Falls | None | NA | NA | 218-681-4145 |
| Vadnais Heights | Heating | From September through May the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 53.030 (6) | 651-204-6000 |
| Waconia | Building | If the outside temperature falls to 64 degrees F or below, the owner must turn on heating appliances. The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 541.07 Subd. 1 | 952-442-2184 |
| Waite Park | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 320-252-6822 |
| Waseca | Building | They follow the Minnesota State Building Code. From 9/1 to 6/1 the heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* | call city | 507-835-9700 |
| Wayzata | Heating | From October 1 to May 1, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Wayzata City Code, Chapter 803, Section 803.01 to 803.02 (adopting 2006 IPMC 602.3 and amending to cover October 1 to May 1 ) | 952-404-5300 |
| West Saint Paul | Building | The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 70 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor at the corner of the room when the outside temperature is minus 20 degrees F. | 425.17 Subd. 3 and 435.11 Subd. 1. | 651-552-4108 |
| White Bear Lake | Heating | From 9/1 or when the average daily temperature is below 68 degrees F to 5/31 or when the average daily temperature is above 68 degrees F the temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor and exterior wall | 502.100, subdiv. 10 | 651-429-8526 |
| Willmar | Building | Heating facilities must be capable of safely and adequately heating units to a temperature of at least 68 degrees F. * | Sec. 6.5-49 | 320-235-4913 |
| Winona | Building | If the outside temperature falls to 64 degrees F or below, the owner must turn on heating appliances. The heating equipment should be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F.* Temperature is measured 3 feet from the floor. | 33A.07 (a) | 507-457-8200 |
| Woodbury | Heating | From 9/1 to 5/31, a temperature of at least 68 degrees F should be maintained in habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms. If the average monthly temperature is above 30 degrees F, then 65 degrees F indoors should be maintained. If the outside temperature is abnormally low and the heating equipment is working to full capacity, maintenance of a minimum will not be required. | Woodbury City Code, Chapter 6, Article V, Section 6-202 (adopting 2006 IPMC 602.3 and amending to cover September 1 to May 31) | (651) 714-3500 |
| Worthington | Heating | Temperature must be at least 68 degrees F. | 150.10 – 14 | 507-372-8600 |
| z * | *The landlord is required to have heating facilities that can heat the building to the specified temperature. This city code does not require the landlord to do so. |
For example, if the temperature is lower than the city code requires because the heating facilities are broken, the landlord has violated the ordinance. However, if the temperature is lower than the city code requires because the landlord has turned the heat down, the landlord has probably not violated the ordinance.
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