Minnesota
Rental Application Form – Landlords use this form to get consent to run background and credit checks on future Tenants.
Sample Minnesota Room (Roommate) Rental Lease
Purchase Agreement – The lease-to-own purchase contract becomes a Minnesota purchase agreement if the Tenant decides to purchase the property.
Sample
Rental Application Form – For Landlords to get consent from potential Tenants to do a background and credit check.
Required Disclosure Forms
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form & EPA Pamphlet – Under The Minnesota Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, if property was built before 1978 then the lead-based paint disclosure must be give to Tenants along with the EPA pamphlet. [1]
- Radon Disclosure Form – Any known radon must be disclosed along with the records of mitigation and testing. [2]
- Foreclosure Notice – The Landlord must inform the Tenant if the rental property is in foreclosure and the lease cannot exceed two (2) months. [3]
- Landlord/Manager Contact Information – The lease must include the name and contact information of the Landlord or property manager. [4]
- Property Disclosure Statement – All material facts must be disclosed to the Tenants.
- Fee Disclosure – Rent and all required fees must be listed as “Total Monthly Rent” on the first page of the lease. [5]
- Move-in Inspection – Tenant must have the option to conduct a move-in inspection within 14-days if a security deposit is collected.
- Service/Support Animals – Landlords cannot charge extra fees or deposits for service or support animals. [6]
- Shared-Meter Utilities – If utilities are sub-metered, bills must be based on the actual usage readings. [7]
- Covenant of Unlawful Activities – The following must be included in the lease agreement: [8]
1.) Allow controlled substances in those premises or in the common area and curtilage of the premises in violation of any criminal provision of chapter 152;
2.) Allow prostitution or prostitution-related activity as defined in section 617.80, subdivision 4, to occur on the premises or in the common area and curtilage of the premises;
3.) Allow the unlawful use or possession of a firearm in violation of section 609.66, subdivision 1a, 609.67, or 624.713, on the premises or in the common area and curtilage of the premises; or
4.) Allow stolen property or property obtained by robbery in those premises or in the common area and curtilage of the premises; and
5.) The common area and curtilage of the premises will not be used by either the landlord or licensor or the tenant or licensee or others acting under the control of either to manufacture, sell, give away, barter, deliver, exchange, distribute, purchase, or possess a controlled substance in violation of any criminal provision of chapter 152. The covenant is not violated when a person other than the landlord or licensor or the tenant or licensee possesses or allows controlled substances in the premises, common area, or curtilage, unless the landlord or licensor or the tenant or licensee knew or had reason to know of that activity.
Sources
Sample Minnesota Residential Lease Agreement
Laws
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- Terminating the Lease – 30 days’ notice is required to terminate the lease. [1]
- Rent Increases – Landlords must give Tenants 30-day notice prior to raising the rent amount.
Sample Minnesota Month-to-Month Lease
Source
Rental lease agreement – The Minnesota rental lease agreement form can be signed once the applicant’s employment and income are approved with the Minnesota rental application form.
Minnesota Rental Assistance Application – Paying for Housing Application
Laws ⚖️
- Application Fee – No limit on the amount Landlords can charge applicants in Minnesota. Screening service receipts must be shared with the applicant. [1]
- Security Deposit Amount – No limit (no statue on maximum security deposit amounts). [2]
- SSN / ITIN – Landlords must have an option for applicants to submit Social Security number (SSN) and tax identification number (ITIN). [3]
Sample Minnesota Rental Application Form
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Minnesota power of attorney forms appoint a representative to handle someone else’s decision-making and affairs. They are only valid while the person is alive, and must be presented to any third party when the agent acts on the principal’s behalf.
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Signing Requirement ✍️
Yes, must be signed in front of two witnesses or a notary public must sign the final page of the power of attorney document. If you decide to have your power of attorney witnessed, at least one of the witnesses must not be a healthcare provider or an employee of a provider directly caring for you.
Source: § 145C.03
What is the Definition of “Power of Attorney”?
Definition by the Uniform Power of Attorney Act:
“A “Power of attorney” is a document that gives an agent the authority to act on behalf of the principal.”
Source: § 102(7)
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FAQs
- Does Minnesota have its own version of the POA form? Yes, Minnesota provides a POA Short-Form online.
Minnesota PDF Power of Attorney Form: Preview Example
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A Minnesota bill of sale is a form that records the sale in writing between two parties-the buyer and the seller. It includes the names and addresses of both parties, a description of the item, the sale price, and the date of sale. It records the proof of purchase and ownership transfer. It is used for items such as vehicles, boats, firearms and furniture.
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A Minnesota motor vehicle bill of sale provides details for the transaction of a motor vehicle between a buyer and seller, including necessary sale information for accounting and registration purposes.
Type of Sale
Vehicle Registration as a New Resident or Owner
- Timeframe for Registering: 60-day window after moving or purchasing the vehicle
- Annual Renewal Requirement: The registration must be renewed annually
Methods for Registration and Renewal
- Online Renewal
- In-Person Renewal at a DVS Deputy Registrar’s Office
- Renewal by Mail
Additional Requirements for Vehicles Less Than Ten Years Old and Under 16,000 Pounds
Odometer Disclosure Statement (Federal Form): Necessity for vehicles less than ten years old and under 16,000 pounds and form should be an attachment to the motor vehicle bill of sale.
Steps for Registering or Renewing a Vehicle
- In-Person Registration or Renewal: Requirements for in-person registration or renewal at a DVS Deputy Registrar’s office
- Mail Registration or Renewal: Process and necessary documents for mail registration or renewal with an Application to Title and Register a Motor Vehicle
Online Renewal Process
Procedure for online renewal at the Minnesota DMV’s website
Required Documents for Registration
1. Bill of sale
2. Certificate of title
3. Valid driver’s license
4. Minnesota Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney (if registering on someone else’s behalf)
5. Registration fees
6. Proof of insurance meeting minimum requirements
a. Not less than $10,000 due to the destruction of property
b. Not less than $30,000 due to bodily injury to one person
c. Not less than $60,000 due to bodily injury to two or more persons
Sample
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A Minnesota rental agreement is a legally binding document that outlines the terms of a rental arrangement between a landlord and a tenant. It covers rent, fees, deposits, utilities, and responsibilities.
Rental Application – Before authorizing an agreement, a landlord often uses a rental agreement that checks the tenant’s credit report and income to ensure they are suitable renters.
Options By Type
 Standard Residential Lease Agreement
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Most Recent US Home Facts
- Population (2023): 334,914,895
- Median Households (2022): 125,736,353
- Median Household Income (2022): $75,149
- Owner-occupied Households (2022): 64.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Required Disclosures (6)
- Covenant of Landlord and Tenant Not to Allow Unlawful Activities
- Financial Distress
- Landlord/Manager Information
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form
- Outstanding Inspection Orders
- Disclosure of Fees
Security Deposit
Maximum Amount – Landlords can charge any amount as Minnesota does not mandate the maximum amount Landlords can request from Tenants.
Returning to Tenant – Landlords must return the tenant’s security deposit within three (3) weeks of the lease end date.
Source: § 504B.178
Landlord Access
General Access – Landlords must provide reasonable notice before entering leased property.
Emergency Access – Landlords can access the rental units in an emergency.
Source: § 504B.211
Paying Rent
Grace Period – There is no specific law governing the due date for rent payment. As a result, the lease agreement dictates the due date, with no grace period provided.
Maximum Late Fee – The maximum late fee can be up to 8% of one (1) months rent.
NSF fee – No law in Minnesota on how much Landlords can charge for a bounced rent check.
Source: § 504B.177
Sample
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