Tightens rules on rental security deposits

Minneapolis file 2026-01243, before the Minneapolis City Council. Still to be decided as of 2026-10-29.

Latest action: Notice given by City Council

What it does

Renters get clearer rules on deposit refunds The ordinance amends Minneapolis housing code rules about security deposits, likely spelling out when landlords must return money, what deductions they can make, and how tenants can challenge unfair holds.

The bigger picture

Landlords face new deposit handling requirements Property owners will need to follow updated procedures for holding, accounting for, and returning deposits, which may include interest, itemized deduction notices, or timelines stricter than current practice.

Official summary

Passage of Ordinanceamending Title 12, Chapter 244 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Housing: Maintenance Code, amending provisions regarding security deposits.

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