Minnesota § 31.175 - WATER, PLUMBING, AND SEWAGE
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 31.175 — WATER, PLUMBING, AND SEWAGE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31.175. WATER, PLUMBING, AND SEWAGE
A person who is required by statutes administered by the Department of Agriculture, or by rules adopted pursuant to those statutes, to provide a suitable water supply, or plumbing or sewage disposal system shall not engage in the business of manufacturing, processing, selling, handling, or storing food at wholesale or retail unless the person's water supply is satisfactory pursuant to rules adopted by the Department of Health, the person's plumbing is satisfactory pursuant to rules adopted by the Department of Labor and Industry, and the person's sewage disposal system satisfies the rules of the Pollution Control Agency. This section does not limit the commissioner's ability to issue a food handler's license when an investigation completed pursuant to section 28A.07 has determined the requirements of this section are not relevant and the applicant is considered fit to engage in business as described in the license application.
History:
1983 c 300 s 14; 1986 c 444; 2007 c 140 art 12 s 1; 2008 c 297 art 1 s 18; 2020 c 101 s 2
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 31.175
What does Minnesota Statutes § 31.175 cover?
Section 31.175 ("WATER, PLUMBING, AND SEWAGE") 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 § 31.175?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 31.175" (Minnesota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Minnesota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Minnesota attorney.
How does Minnesota § 31.175 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Minnesota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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