Columbia Unlawful to refuse entry ordinance (§ 22-190)
Chapter 22: Public Works and Improvements · Article V. Rental Unit Conservation Law
In short: It's illegal to refuse entry to a rental unit, dwelling or structure to anyone holding a search warrant authorizing an inspection of it under this article.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
It shall be unlawful for any person to refuse entry or access to any long-term or short-term rental unit, dwelling or structure to any person to whom a search warrant has been issued authorizing inspection of said unit, dwelling or structure pursuant to the provisions of this article.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 22-190
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.