APPLICABILITY

Omaha Municipal Code ch. 48, art. I, div. 2

in effect

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-11 General.

Sec. 48-11. - General. The provisions of this code shall apply to all matters affecting or relating to structures and premises, as set forth in division 1. Where, in a specific case, different sections of this code specify different requirements, the most restrictive shall govern; provided, that nothing in this section shall be deemed to override the provisions set forth in section 48-12. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-12 Maintenance.

Sec. 48-12. - Maintenance. (a) Equipment, systems, devices and safeguards required by this code or a previous regulation or code under which the structure or premises was constructed, altered or repaired shall be maintained in good working order. The requirements of this code are not intended to provide the basis for removal or abrogation of fire protection and safety systems and devices in existing structures. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures and premises. (b) An applicable code shall not require the removal, alteration or abandonment of, nor prevent the continued utilization and maintenance of, an existing mechanical and plumbing system or other condition lawfully in existence at the time the applicable code was adopted, provided such continual use is not dangerous to life. (c) The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of an applicable code shall be permitted to continue without change, provided such continual use is not dangerous to life. (d) Alterations or repairs to an existing building or structure that are not structural and do not adversely affect any structural member or any part of the building or structure having a required fire resistance may be made with the same materials of which the building or structure is constructed. (e) Mechanical and plumbing systems, both existing and new, and parts thereof shall be maintained in proper operating condition in accordance with the original design and in a safe and sanitary condition. Devices or safeguards required by an applicable code shall be maintained in compliance with the code edition under which installed. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-13 Application of other codes.

Sec. 48-13. - Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the city's Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Fuel Gas Code, Fire Code, and Electrical Code, all as defined in this code. Nothing in this code shall be construed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of chapter 55 of the Omaha Municipal Code. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-14 Existing remedies.

Sec. 48-14. - Existing remedies. The provisions in this code shall not be construed to abolish or impair existing remedies of the city or its officers or agencies relating to the removal or demolition of any structure which is dangerous, unsafe and insanitary. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-15 Workmanship.

Sec. 48-15. - Workmanship. Repairs, maintenance work, alterations or installations which are caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of this code shall be executed and installed in a workmanlike manner and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-16 Historic buildings.

Sec. 48-16. - Historic buildings. The provisions of this code shall not be mandatory for existing buildings or structures designated by the state or city as historic buildings or structures when such buildings or structures are judged by the code official to be safe and not dangerous to the public health, safety and welfare. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-17 Referenced codes and standards.

Sec. 48-17. - Referenced codes and standards. Other uniform or standard codes referenced in this chapter shall be those that are defined in this chapter and shall be considered part of the requirements of this chapter to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this chapter and the referenced codes, the most restrictive provisions shall apply; provided, that nothing in this section shall be deemed to override the provisions set forth in section 48-12. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-18 Requirements not covered by code.

Sec. 48-18. - Requirements not covered by code. Requirements necessary for the strength, stability or proper operation of an existing fixture, structure or equipment, or for the public safety, health and general welfare, not specifically covered by this code, shall be determined by the code official. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-19 Cosmetic deficiencies.

Sec. 48-19. - Cosmetic deficiencies. Notwithstanding provisions of this code, the city shall require repair of cosmetic deficiencies such as chipped or peeling paint, deteriorating tuck pointing and cracked or flaking interior walls or ceilings, only if such a deficiency either (a) affects at least 25 percent of the surface in question, or (b) presents a serious health or safety risk to occupants or the public. (Ord. No. 36379, § 2, 9-16-03)

Omaha Municipal Code § 48-20 Reserved.

Source: City of Omaha, Municipal Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ne/omaha/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=OMMUCOCHGEORVOII_CH48PRMA_ARTIAD_DIV2APFetched: 10/28/2026