Minnesota § 471.585 - MUNICIPAL HOTEL LICENSING
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 471.585 — MUNICIPAL HOTEL LICENSING, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 471.585. MUNICIPAL HOTEL LICENSING
(a) A statutory or home rule charter city or a town may adopt an ordinance requiring hotels as defined in section 327.70, subdivision 3, operating within the boundaries of the city or town to have a valid license issued by the city or town. An annual fee for a license under this section may not exceed $150.
(b) An ordinance adopted under this section is limited to requiring compliance with state and local laws as a condition of licensure. No other licensing conditions or requirements are permitted.
(c) A city or town that has adopted an ordinance under this section may refuse to issue a license, or may revoke an existing license, if the hotel fails to comply with the conditions of the license.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 471.585
What does Minnesota Statutes § 471.585 cover?
Section 471.585 ("MUNICIPAL HOTEL LICENSING") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 471.585?
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Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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