This bill amends Minnesota landlord-tenant laws to enhance tenant protections and establish clearer requirements for written leases. It mandates that landlords provide additional contact information, including the owner's name, street address, phone number, and email, prior to the start of a tenancy. Furthermore, it prohibits landlords from listing a minor child of a tenant in a lease or eviction complaint, ensuring that minors are not unfairly implicated in legal actions. The bill also establishes a prospective tenant's right to view the rental unit before signing a lease, either in person or through remote means.

Additionally, the bill introduces new remedies for tenants, allowing them to recover treble damages or a specified minimum amount for violations of these provisions, along with reasonable attorney fees. The effective date for these changes is set for August 1, 2025, applying to leases entered into, renewed, or extended after that date. Overall, the bill aims to create a more equitable rental process and protect the rights of tenants in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 504B.111, 504B.181