Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15 (2026) § 15-110
CLEANLINESS OF PUBLIC AREAS
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Every owner of a dwelling containing three or more dwelling units shall be responsible for maintaining in a reasonably clean and sanitary condition all communal, shared or public areas of the dwelling and premises thereof which are used or shared by the occupants of three or more dwelling units. (Code 1964, § 12A-7)
Under Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. IV § 15-110, owners of residential buildings with three or more units bear responsibility for keeping shared and common areas — such as hallways, lobbies, laundry rooms, and exterior premises — in a reasonably clean and sanitary condition. The rule applies specifically to spaces used or shared by occupants of three or more dwelling units. It does not address the cleanliness of individual units, only the communal portions of the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15-110, operators of buildings with three or more dwelling units are generally expected to establish routine cleaning and maintenance schedules for all shared spaces, including corridors, stairwells, entryways, and common outdoor areas. Documenting inspection and cleaning activities can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the 'reasonably clean and sanitary' standard the ordinance establishes. Conditions such as accumulated trash, pest harborage, or unsanitary buildup in communal areas would typically be considered inconsistent with the requirements of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 15-110 establishes that tenants in buildings with three or more units have a basis to expect communal and shared areas to be maintained in a reasonably clean and sanitary condition by the property owner. If shared spaces such as hallways, laundry rooms, or common outdoor areas are not being kept up to that standard, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reporting concerns to Bellevue's local code enforcement or housing inspection authority. Tenant-rights organizations can also provide general information about how this type of provision may be raised in response to habitability concerns.
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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