Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.56 § 21.56.150
Electrical System
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Each mobile home court or trailer court shall contain an electrical wiring system consisting of wiring, fixtures, equipment and appurtenances which shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the Lincoln Electrical Code. Illumination of roadways and walkways shall be provided and be equivalent to the requirements of the Lincoln Municipal Code for residential areas. (a) Power distribution lines. Main power lines not located underground shall be suspended at least eighteen feet above ground. There shall be a minimum horizontal clearance of three feet between overhead wiring and any mobile home or trailer . All direct burial conductors or cable shall be buried at least thirty inches below the ground surface and shall be insulated and specially designed for the purpose. Such conductors shall be located not less than one foot radial distance from water, sewer, gas, or communication lines. (a) Individual electrical connections. Each mobile home space or trailer space shall be provided with an approved disconnecting device and overcurrent protective equipment. The minimum service per outlet shall be 120/140 volts AC, fifty amperes. Outlet receptacles at each mobile home space or trailer space shall be located not more than twenty-five feet from the overcurrent protective devices in the mobile home or trailer, unless extended by conduit and specifically approved by the Building Official , and a three pole, four wire grounding type shall be used. Receptacles shall be of weatherproof construction and configurations in accordance with ANSI C73.17-1966. The mobile home or trailer shall be connected to the outlet receptacle by an approved type of flexible cable with connectors and a male attachment plug. Where the calculated load of the mobile home or trailer is more than fifty amperes, either a second or third outlet receptacle shall be installed or electrical service shall be provided by means of permanently installed conductors. (a) Required grounding. All exposed noncurrent carrying metal parts of mobile homes or trailers and all other equipment shall be grounded by means of an approved grounding conductor with branch circuit conductors or other approved method of grounding metallic wiring. The neutral conductor shall not be used as an equipment ground for mobile homes, trailers or other equipment (Ord. 10875 §15; July 30, 1973).
Lincoln Municipal Code § 21.56.150 establishes comprehensive electrical standards for mobile home courts and trailer courts within the city. The provision covers the full scope of electrical infrastructure, from overhead power line heights and underground cable burial depths to individual space connections, outlet placement, grounding requirements, and weatherproofing specifications. All electrical systems in these communities must be installed and maintained in conformance with the Lincoln Electrical Code, and roadways and walkways must be illuminated to residential-area standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home or trailer courts in Lincoln are generally expected to ensure that every aspect of their electrical systems—from main distribution lines to individual space outlets—meets the specifications set out in § 21.56.150. Compliant operators typically verify that overhead lines are suspended at least eighteen feet above ground, that buried conductors are at least thirty inches deep and properly insulated, and that each space has an approved disconnecting device with overcurrent protection at the correct voltage and amperage. Routine maintenance and inspection of weatherproof receptacles, grounding conductors, and lighting along roadways and walkways are characteristic practices of operators keeping pace with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home or trailer courts in Lincoln have an interest in knowing that § 21.56.150 requires court operators to maintain safe, code-compliant electrical systems throughout the property, including properly grounded outlets, adequate lighting, and correctly installed wiring. If electrical conditions in a court appear unsafe or substandard—such as exposed wiring, inadequate grounding, or poorly lit walkways—tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reaching out to the Lincoln city building or code enforcement office to report potential violations. Tenant-rights organizations in Nebraska can also help residents understand what options may be available when a court's electrical infrastructure does not appear to meet the standards described in this provision.
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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