Minnesota HF856 establishes a common interest community ombudsperson to resolve disputes between unit owners and associations.

Minnesota HF856 creates a common interest community ombudsperson within the Department of Commerce. The ombudsperson's duties include advocating for unit owners, compiling complaints, providing dispute resolution services, and educating unit owners on their rights and responsibilities. The ombudsperson can enter and view premises to assist in resolving disputes but cannot render legal opinions or make formal determinations. Data maintained by the office is classified as private or nonpublic, with limited release provisions.

Minnesota HF856 establishes a common interest community ombudsperson to resolve disputes between unit owners and associations.

Minnesota HF856 creates a common interest community ombudsperson within the Department of Commerce. The ombudsperson's duties include advocating for unit owners, compiling complaints, providing dispute resolution services, and educating unit owners on their rights and responsibilities. The ombudsperson can enter and view premises to assist in resolving disputes but cannot render legal opinions or make formal determinations. Data maintained by the office is classified as private or nonpublic, with limited release provisions.