Lincoln, Neb., Mun. Code ch. 21.56 § 21.56.160
Fuel Supply and Storage
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(a) Natural Gas System. Natural gas piping systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the franchised natural gas utility regulations. Each mobile home space or trailer space provided with piped natural gas shall have an approved manual shut-off valve installed upstream from the gas outlet. The outlet shall be equipped with an approved cap to prevent accidental discharge of gas when the outlet is not in use. (b) Liquified Petroleum Gas Systems. Liquified petroleum gas systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with applicable codes and regulations governing such installations. Systems shall be provided with safety devices to relieve excessive pressures and shall be arranged so that the discharge terminates at a safe location. Systems shall have at least one accessible means for shutting off gas. Such means shall be located outside the mobile home or trailer and shall be maintained in effective operating condition. All LPG piping outside of the mobile home or trailer shall be well supported and protected against mechanical damage. Undiluted liquified petroleum gas in liquor form shall not be conveyed through piping equipment and systems in the mobile home or trailer. Liquified petroleum gas containers installed on a mobile home space or trailer space shall be securely but not permanently fastened to prevent accidental over-turning. No liquified petroleum gas vessel shall be stored or located inside or beneath any storage cabinet, carport, mobile home, trailer or any other structure unless such installations are approved by the Fire Official . (a) Fuel Oil Systems. All fuel oil systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with applicable codes and regulations governing such systems. All piping from outside fuel storage tanks or cylinders to mobile homes or trailers shall be permanently installed and securely fastened in place. All fuel oil storage tanks or cylinders shall be securely fastened in place and shall not be located inside or beneath any mobile home or trailer or less than five feet from any mobile home or trailer exit. Storage tanks located in areas subject to traffic shall be protected against physical damage. (Ord. 10875 §16; July 30, 1973).
Lincoln Municipal Code § 21.56.160 establishes safety standards for natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and fuel oil systems in mobile home and trailer parks. Each type of fuel system must be installed and maintained according to applicable codes, with specific requirements for shut-off valves, pressure-relief devices, secure fastening of containers, and safe placement of storage tanks. The provision also restricts where LPG vessels and fuel oil tanks may be stored, prohibiting placement inside or beneath structures unless approved by the Fire Official.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home or trailer parks subject to § 21.56.160 generally ensure that all natural gas outlets are fitted with approved manual shut-off valves and protective caps, that LPG systems include accessible exterior shut-off means and pressure-relief safety devices, and that fuel oil tanks are permanently installed at least five feet from any exit. Compliant park managers keep LPG containers securely but non-permanently fastened to prevent tipping, and they do not permit LPG vessels to be stored inside or beneath any structure without Fire Official approval. Routine inspection and maintenance of all piping, supports, and fastening hardware is a hallmark of 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.
Under § 21.56.160, residents of mobile home or trailer spaces have an interest in knowing that their fuel systems — whether natural gas, LPG, or fuel oil — are required to meet specific safety standards, including accessible shut-off valves and properly secured storage containers. If a tenant observes conditions that appear to conflict with these requirements, such as unsecured LPG containers, missing outlet caps, or fuel tanks stored beneath a home, those observations may be relevant to a complaint with local code enforcement or the Lincoln Fire Department. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what local channels are available for reporting potential violations of provisions like § 21.56.160.
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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