Investor · Saint Paul, MN · Member since 2017 · 6 posts · 1 vote
I'm a small time landlord and failed the City Inspection, then my rental license expired. Repairs made but delayed re-inspection and received a Citation by the city. I've had the property re-inspected and passed, but it was too late so now I received a Notice of Arraignment/Appear in Court, so I must show up
I'm still waiting for a copy of the renewal Rental License, but have emails confirming the re-inspection passed and renewal is in progress, expect a 2 - 3 week administrative process for the license.
Anyone experience with this issue and what to expect? How much will it cost me?? =(
This is Washington County court, just south of St Paul.
Most cities fine you instead of (what I am guessing) charging you with a misdemeanor.... If you have an attorney on retainer I would talk to them, if not I would reach out to the building official, explain your reasons, and see if you can resolve this without the criminal complaint.
If you are looking for legal advice I would pay @Brad Schaeppi for an hour of his time to discuss your options.
Thanks @John Woodrich. Yes many cities have their own quasi-judicial administrative enforcement on rental licenses including revocation. Each will have a process and each is fact specific, property specific, and city specific. Impossible to estimate. Key item is read all your written notices and know the applicable law.