Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.05 § 21.05.340
Section 305.1.1 Amended; Interior Structure, Unsafe Conditions
Operative Text
Section 305.1.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows: 305.1.1 Unsafe Conditions. The following conditions shall be determined as unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the International Building Code as adopted by the City as required for existing buildings: The nominal strength of any structural member is exceeded by nominal loads, the load effects or required strength; The anchorage of the floor or roof to walls or columns, and of walls and columns to foundations is not capable of resisting all nominal loads or load effects; Structures or components thereof that have reached their limit state; Structural members that are incapable of supporting nominal loads and load effects; Stairs, landings, balconies and all similar walking surfaces, including guards and handrails, that are not structurally sound, not properly anchored or are anchored with connections not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects; Foundation systems that are not firmly supported by footings, are not plumb and free from open cracks and breaks, are not properly anchored or are not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects. Exceptions: When substantiated otherwise by an approved method. Demolition of unsafe conditions shall be permitted when approved by the code official. (Ord. 19349 §34; March 1, 2009).
Lincoln Municipal Code § 21.05.340 amends Section 305.1.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code to define specific structural conditions that are officially classified as unsafe. These include situations where structural members are overloaded, improperly anchored, or have reached their limit state, as well as deficient stairs, balconies, handrails, and foundation systems. Any condition meeting these definitions must be repaired or replaced in accordance with the International Building Code as adopted by the City, unless an approved alternative method substantiates otherwise or demolition is authorized by the code official.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Lincoln Municipal Code § 21.05.340, compliant property operators routinely inspect structural elements—including load-bearing members, floor and roof anchorage, stairs, balconies, guards, handrails, and foundation systems—to confirm they meet the nominal load requirements described in the provision. When a condition listed in Section 305.1.1 is identified, operators generally arrange for repairs or replacements that conform to the International Building Code as adopted by Lincoln. Where an alternative compliance path is pursued, operators typically obtain approval through a recognized method accepted by the code official before proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Lincoln Municipal Code § 21.05.340 establishes that certain structural deficiencies—such as compromised stairs, balconies, handrails, or foundation problems—are legally classified as unsafe conditions that a property must address. Tenants who observe conditions that appear to match those listed in Section 305.1.1 may have grounds to report them to Lincoln's code enforcement authority, which has the power to require repairs or replacements. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid resources can help renters understand what documentation to gather and what general options may be available when structural safety concerns arise.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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