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(2) The Enforcement Officer, or the Officer's designated representative, shall be authorized to enter any dwelling, dwelling unit, multiple dwelling, rooming house, or premises at any reasonable time to perform the duties prescribed under this Chapter. The owner, operator, or occupant shall give the Enforcement Officer free access to the entire area for the purpose of completing an inspection, examination, or survey. The license shall be revoked if the Enforcement Officer is not permitted access. (3) A search warrant may be obtained when the occupant refuses to consent to the inspection where: (a) There is probable cause to believe a violation exists within the particular structure; or (b) A determination has been made to conduct periodic inspections of certain areas of the City. (4) No warrant is needed for entry where an emergency condition exists which endangers persons or property and insufficient time is available to obtain a warrant and protect endangered persons or property. (5) Entry under this Section is subject to Minnesota Statutes, Section 5046.211. 1009.07. Annual Inspections of Multiple Dwellings. The Enforcement Officer shall inspect the premises of all multiple dwelling buildings at least once a year to insure compliance with this Chapter. 1009.08. Access by Owner of Multiple Dwellings. Every occupant of a dwelling unit or rooming unit shall give the owner or operator access to any part of the dwelling unit, rooming unit, or its premises at reasonable times for inspections, maintenance, and making such repairs or alterations as may be necessary to comply with the provisions of this Chapter. 1009.09. Notice of Violation. (1) Written Notice. When any violation of this Chapter shall come to the attention of the Enforcement Officer, written notice shall be provided to the licensee or if no license has been issued, notice shall be provided to the owner, operator, or occupant of the premises. Notice shall be by United States mail at the last known address of such person and notice shall also be posted in at least one conspicuous place upon the premises where the violation exists. (2) Time to Correct. The notice shall give the alleged violator a specified number of days, not exceeding thirty days, to correct the violation. The Enforcement Officer shall have the authority to extend the time to correct the violation upon good cause being shown. 5