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Repair and Deduct Ballot Measure Likely in St. Paul Election
On June 18, 2026 by Shelli Bakken
Safe Homes Saint Paul, a tenant advocate organization, has collected 7,500 signatures to introduce a ballot measure to create an ordinance that could enable renters to arrange for repairs to their rented premises and, at times, common areas, and deduct the cost of the repairs from a future rent payment.
St. Paul Tenant Protection Info on City’s Website
On May 14, 2026 by Shelli Bakken
The City of Saint Paul has enacted multiple ordinances in the past year that provide protections to renters. Many of the new ordinances take effect on May 14, 2026.
Right to Repair Ordinance Info for Duluth Providers
On December 11, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
In November, voters in Duluth, Minnesota approved a Right to Repair ballot initiative, granting tenants a right to repair certain defects in residential rental units when applicable requirements are met.