Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.09 § 21.09.160
Failure to Reimburse Registration Fees or Pay Civil Penalties
Operative Text
In the event that any person fails to reimburse the City for registration fees or pay civil penalties assessed herein, the City Law Department is authorized to seek the recovery of all such registration fees and civil penalties by any means allowed by law. In the event the City Law Department intends to foreclose on any liens assessed under Section 21.09.100 , notice shall be given to the owner , pursuant to Section 21.09.110 , at least 30 days prior to commencement of the foreclosure. This notice provision is waived in the event that such notice would result in the City Law Department being unable to prosecute such foreclosure. (Ord. 20058 §16; August 11, 2014).
Under Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code § 21.09.160, when a person fails to reimburse the City for registration fees or pay assessed civil penalties, the City Law Department is empowered to pursue recovery through any legally available means. If the City intends to foreclose on a lien established under § 21.09.100, it must generally provide the property owner at least 30 days' advance written notice as outlined in § 21.09.110. That notice requirement can be waived, however, if giving notice would prevent the City Law Department from successfully pursuing the foreclosure.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code § 21.09.160 should be aware that unpaid registration fees or civil penalties can trigger collection action by the City Law Department, including lien foreclosure proceedings. Compliant operators generally keep registration fees current and satisfy any assessed civil penalties promptly to avoid escalating enforcement. When foreclosure on a lien under § 21.09.100 is initiated, owners are ordinarily entitled to at least 30 days' notice under § 21.09.110, though that notice may be waived under certain circumstances.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
While § 21.09.160 primarily governs the City's enforcement tools against property owners, tenants may have an indirect interest in understanding how unpaid registration fees and civil penalties can lead to lien foreclosure on a rental property. If a property you rent is subject to enforcement action under this provision, tenant-rights organizations in Lincoln can help explain what that process may mean for occupants. Reviewing the related provisions at § 21.09.100 and § 21.09.110 can also provide context about how liens are assessed and what notice owners are entitled to receive.
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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