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5/18/23, 9:12 AM Letter View How is the complaint process initiated? The code enforcementi process is typically initiated in several ways: 1) in response to a complaint by an individual, 2) as a consequence of an acrion (i.e., an application for a building permit or a request for a zoning variance); or 3) observation of a code violation by the code enforcement division or other city public safety staff. Minnesota state law prohibits the release of the identity of individuals who make a complaint. Minn. Stat. 13.44 states: The identities of individuals who register complaints with government entities concerning violations of state laws or local ordinances concerning the use of real property are classi�ed as confidential data, pursuant to section 13.02, subdivision 3. Why am I receiving a formal letter and not a courtesy phone call? Your property has one or more city code violarions. The ciry, in most circumstances, is required to provide a written notification to the owner of the property What happens if I ignore this order? Additional penalties, including criminal prosecution, are possible. Your immediate attention is required. DO NOT IGNORE THIS ORDER What if my tenant is the party responsible for creating the violation? You are receiving this notice because you are the owner of record and are ultimately responsible for ensuring tihat the violation(s) listed in this notice are corrected. You may also be subject to fees for corrective action initiated by the city and/or fines for failure to comply. Appeals You have the right to appeal this determination. The process is outlined in the city's Code of Ordinances, a summary of which is provided below Applications, forms and the city's adopted fee schedule can be found online at ww�uelkriverMN.gov and are also available at city hall (13065 Orono Parkway N�. Sec. 30-633 - Appeals, adjustments and variances generally_ (a) The board of adjustments has the following powers with respect to this article: (1) HeaY and decide appeals where it is alleged that there is an error in any order, requirement, decision, or determination made by the land development staff in the enforcement of this article. (2) Hear requests for variances from the literal provisions of this article. .(b) The board shall provide for a record of its proceedings which shall include minutes of ineetings, findings, and the action taken on an appeal or variance, including its final order and any conditions established in connection therewith. Sec. 30-634. - Appeals. (a) An appeal as specified in section 30-633 may be made by any person (appellant), including a city officer or employee, affected by an action of the land development staff. An appeal may be made only following the transmission of a written notice of appeal upon a form provided by the city which specifies the subject and grounds therefor. Such notice must be received by the director of planning within 60 days following the issuance of the order, requirement, decision or determination which is the subject of the appeal. (b) The board, on appeal, may reverse, affirm or modify any order, requirement, decision, or determination from which an appeal has been taken, provided that any decision shall be consistent with this article. All final decisions of the board regarding appeals or variances shall be by written order. In making orders the board shall have the powers of the administrative official from whom the appeal is taken. Sec. 30-636. - Hearings. On receipt of a request for a variance or notice of appeal, the board of adjustments shall set a date for a hearing thereon, which shall occur not later than 30 days following the city s receipt of the request or notice. Not less than file:///C:/Users/cleeseberg/Downloads/Order to Correct Letter.htm 4/6