City of Minneapolis

Minneapolis renters have rights that help protect them in difficult situations as well as what to expect from good property management. March 1 marks the first day that two renter rights ordinances go into effect.

Changes to the pre-eviction filing notice for unpaid rent

Renters who are at risk of being evicted for not paying their rent will now have a greater “heads up.”

Before property owners start the process of evicting a renter for unpaid rent, they will now need to give renters 30 days notice. Previously, the notice period was 14 days. The 30-day period begins once this notice is mailed or the day it is hand delivered to the renter.

Renter rights mandatory disclosures

In 2024, the City passed an ordinance to set a new standard for transparency in renting. The ordinance helps new renters learn more about the places they call home and their protections and resources—just in case they need them.

Starting March 1, property owners must share new information about the condition of the building; contact information for the property owner/manager or authorized agent to receive notices and demands; local, state and federal renter rights; and more.

Learn more about your renter rights