Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15 (2026) § 15-152
SAME—SANITARY MAINTENANCE
Operative Text
The operator of every rooming house, second class dwelling, hotel or nursing home shall be responsible for the sanitary maintenance of all walls, floors and ceilings and for maintenance of a sanitary condition in every other part of the rooming house, hotel or nursing home, and he shall be further responsible for the sanitary maintenance of the entire premises where the entire structure or building within which the rooming house, hotel or nursing home is contained or is leased or occupied by the operator. (Code 1964, § 12A-32)
Under Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. V § 15-152, operators of rooming houses, second class dwellings, hotels, and nursing homes bear responsibility for keeping walls, floors, ceilings, and all other interior areas in a sanitary condition. When the operator leases or occupies the entire building containing such a facility, that sanitary responsibility extends to the full premises. This rule places the maintenance burden squarely on the operator rather than on individual occupants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators covered by Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. V § 15-152 generally maintain documented cleaning and inspection schedules for all walls, floors, and ceilings throughout their rooming house, hotel, or nursing home. When the operator controls the entire building, compliant operators typically extend those sanitary practices to common areas, exterior spaces, and any other part of the full premises. Keeping records of routine maintenance activities can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. V § 15-152 establishes that the operator—not the tenant—is responsible for sanitary upkeep of walls, floors, ceilings, and other shared areas in covered facilities. If conditions in these areas appear to fall below sanitary standards, tenants may consider documenting the issues with photographs and written notices to the operator. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization or the relevant municipal code enforcement office are among the paths available for understanding how to raise a potential violation of 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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