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Improve the Image of Ramsey Along the Highway 10 Corridor Proactive Code Enforcement Plan Adopted , 2026 I. Executive Summary The Ramsey City Council recognizes the Highway 10 Corridor as a vital gateway that reflects the community's economic health, aesthetic standards, and commitment to growth. The City Council also appreciates a robust invested business community. This Proactive Code Enforcement Plan outlines a structured, consistent, legal, and collaborative approach to bring all corridor properties into compliance with city codes. To ensure fairness, consistency, and operational efficiency, enforcement activities will proceed in a clearly defined geographic sequence, allowing staff to focus resources systematically while providing transparency to property owners. The plan emphasizes due process, equity, community involvement, and completion of a comprehensive corridor -wide compliance effort. II. Objectives Improve visual aesthetics and property conditions along the Highway 10 Corridor. Bring all identified corridor properties into compliance with applicable zoning, property maintenance, signage codes. Encourage voluntary compliance through education, outreach, and support. Apply enforcement measures consistently, predictably, and legally across all properties within the defined scope. Promote economic development by creating an inviting environment for residents, businesses, and visitors. III. Legal Authority This plan is authorized under the City of Ramsey's City Code, consistent with the adopted Minnesota State Building Code, the International Property Maintenance Code, and other relevant state statutes, including: Minnesota Statutes Chapter 463 — Building and zoning code enforcement Ramsey City Code — Chapter 2 — Administration Ramsey City Code — Chapter 30 — Nuisances Ramsey City Code — Chapter 105 — Buildings and Building Regulations, including the adopted 2021 IPMC Ramsey City Code — Chapter 106 — Zoning Code Ramsey City Code — Chapter 108 — Sign Code All enforcement actions will respect constitutional property rights, due process requirements, and established appeal procedures.