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SF 2764

Certain rental properties hot water pools usage requirements establishment provision

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Grant Hauschild

Minnesota bill requiring rental property owners to meet hot water pool safety, maintenance, and usage standards to protect tenant health.

Referred to Health and Human Services
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Bill Summary · SF 2764

Legislative bill overview

SF 2764 establishes usage requirements and standards for hot water pools at rental properties in Minnesota. The bill specifies operational, maintenance, and safety protocols that landlords must follow when providing hot water pool amenities to tenants. This appears to be a consumer protection measure targeting rental property management practices.

Why is this important

Hot water pools (hot tubs/spas) in rental properties can pose health and safety risks if improperly maintained, including exposure to waterborne pathogens and chemical hazards. Establishing state-level standards ensures consistent tenant protections and creates clear compliance expectations for landlords across Minnesota's rental market.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord compliance costs: Required maintenance, testing, and upgrades may increase operational expenses that could be passed to tenants through higher rents
  • Scope and enforcement: Unclear whether the bill applies to all rental properties with pools or specific categories, and how violations would be enforced
  • Regulatory burden: May create administrative complexity for smaller landlords unfamiliar with pool operation standards, potentially affecting property availability

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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