This bill proposes adding a new section (504B.267) to Minnesota’s housing statutes to protect tenants when landlords receive government assistance for renovations. Specifically, if a landlord receives federal, state, or local funding—whether through a housing redevelopment authority or a nonprofit—to renovate a rental unit for a tenant’s health, safety, or disability needs, the landlord is prohibited from refusing to renew the tenant’s lease. Any lease nonrenewal that violates this provision would be considered void, and the landlord would be responsible for any costs the tenant incurs, including attorney fees.

However, the bill does not prevent landlords from pursuing eviction actions that are legally permitted. Additionally, if a court determines that a rent increase is unreasonable or disproportionate, it could be considered a "constructive nonrenewal," which would also be a violation of this law.