Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15 (2026) § 15-23
NOTICES; HEARING—SERVICE
Operative Text
(A) Whenever the Permits and Inspections Department determines that there has been a violation, or that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation, of any provision of this chapter or of any rule or regulation adopted pursuant thereto, he shall give notice of such violation or alleged violation to the person or persons responsible therefor. Such notice shall: (1) Be put in writing; (2) Include a description of the real estate sufficient for identification; (3) Include a statement of the reason or reasons why it is being issued; and (4) Allow a reasonable time for the performance of any act it requires. (5) Be served upon the owner or the operator, or the occupant, as the case may require; provided, that such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner, or upon such operator, or upon such occupant, if a copy thereof is delivered to him personally, or if not found by leaving a copy thereof at his usual place of abode, in the presence of someone of the family not less than the age of 14 years who shall be informed of the contents thereof, or by sending a copy thereof by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested to his last known address, or if the registered letter with the copy is returned with a receipt showing it has not been delivered to him, by posting a copy thereof in a conspicuous place in or about the dwelling affected by the notice. (B) Such notice may contain an outline of remedial action which, if taken, will effect compliance with the provision of this chapter and with rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto. (1964 Code, § 12A-3)
Under Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. II § 15-23, when the Permits and Inspections Department finds or has reasonable grounds to believe a housing code violation has occurred, it must issue a formal written notice to the responsible party. That notice must identify the property, explain why it is being issued, and give a reasonable timeframe for corrective action. The notice can be delivered in person, left with a household member aged 14 or older, sent by registered or certified mail, or posted conspicuously on the affected dwelling if mail delivery fails.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and operators subject to Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. II § 15-23 should be aware that a compliant operator generally keeps contact information and mailing addresses current with the Permits and Inspections Department so that any violation notice reaches them promptly. Because the ordinance allows notice to be posted on the property if certified mail goes undelivered, an owner who is difficult to reach may still be considered properly served. Operators who receive a notice typically review the optional remedial-action outline it may contain, as following that outline is one path toward demonstrating compliance within the time allowed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. II § 15-23, occupants are among the parties who may be served with a housing-code violation notice, meaning tenants have a right to understand why a notice was issued and what timeframe applies. If a notice is left with a household member or posted on the dwelling, it is still considered legally served, so tenants living in an affected unit may want to review any such documents carefully. Tenants who believe a violation affects their housing conditions can contact the Bellevue Permits and Inspections Department directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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