Dog house or enclosure.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 64.70
in effect64.70. - Dog house or enclosure.
(a) A person in charge or control of any dog which is kept outdoors or in an unheated enclosure shall provide the dog with shelter and bedding as prescribed in this section as a minimum.
(b) The shelter shall include a moisture proof and windproof structure of suitable size to accommodate the dog and allow retention of body heat. It shall be made of durable material with a solid, moisture proof floor or a floor raised at least two (2) inches from the ground. The structure must have a windbreak at the entrance.
(c) The structure shall be provided with a sufficient quantity of suitable bedding material consisting of hay, straw, cedar shavings, blankets, or the equivalent, to provide insulation and protection against cold, heat, and dampness and enable the animal to regulate and maintain normal body temperature.
(d) Shade from the direct rays of the sun, during the months of May to October shall be provided.
(e) All shelters required by this section shall be subject to all building or zoning regulations of the City of Minneapolis, in addition to any other applicable law. (Ord. No. 2016-009, § 1, 2-12-16)
Source: City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Code of Ordinances, City Charter and Park and Recreation Board Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/minneapolis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_TIT4ANCACO_CH64CATRAN_64.70DOHOENFetched: 11/2/2026