Dwelling Rental Program

THE PROGRAM

The City of Pierre is considering implementing a dwelling rental program to register, license, and inspect rental housing units. The goal is to protect the life, health, and safety of those living in residential rental units. To review the draft ordinance, click here.

next steps

The City  held a series of informational meetings to explain the program and answer questions. The ordinance that establishes the program is tentatively scheduled to be on the commission agenda in September.

QUESTIONS

If you have questions about the program, please email us here or see the Frequently Asked Questions below.

Questions or concerns about a living condition can be reported here.

SD Attorney General's Office of Consumern Protection: Landlord / Tenant Rights

DRAFT LICENSING APPLICATION

RENTAL DWELLING APPLICATION IMAGE FOR WEB

DRAFT INSPECTION CHECKLIST

DWELLING CHECKING LIST IMAGE FOR WEB

DRAFT ORDINANCE

7.2.21_DWELLLING ORDINANCE IMAGE FOR WEB

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  1. Why is the city instituting this program?
  2. What rental units are required to be registered?
  3. When does registration begin / what is the registration deadline?
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  1. Will all rental units be inspected?
  2. How often will an inspection be completed?
  3. Do I have to agree to an inspection?
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  1. Who will enforce registration and licensing requirements?
  2. Are there penalties for those who fail to register / receive a license?
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  1. What is the fee to obtain a rental license?
  2. How often must a license be renewed?
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