Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.05 § 605.3
Section 606 Deleted; Elevators, Escalators and Dumbwaiters
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Section 605.3 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows: 605.3 Lighting fixtures. Every public hall, interior stairway, toilet room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, boiler room and furnace room shall contain at least one electric lighting fixture. (Ord. 19349 §47; March 1, 2009).
Lincoln Municipal Code ch. 21.05 § 605.3 amends the International Property Maintenance Code to require that specific shared and utility spaces in residential buildings be equipped with at least one electric lighting fixture. The covered spaces include public halls, interior stairways, toilet rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, boiler rooms, and furnace rooms. This rule establishes a baseline lighting standard intended to ensure basic safety and usability in these areas.
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Under Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.05 § 605.3, compliant property operators ensure that every public hall, interior stairway, toilet room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, boiler room, and furnace room contains at least one functioning electric lighting fixture. Routine property inspections typically include verifying that fixtures in these spaces are present, operational, and meet applicable electrical standards. Keeping maintenance records of lighting checks and repairs in these areas is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.05 § 605.3 establishes a right to functional electric lighting in key shared and utility spaces within a rental property, including hallways, stairways, bathrooms, kitchens, and similar rooms. If a required lighting fixture is absent or persistently non-functional, tenants generally have the option of notifying the landlord in writing and documenting the condition. Tenants may also contact Lincoln's local code enforcement or building inspection office to report a potential violation, or reach out to a tenant-rights organization to learn more about available remedies.
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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