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Nebraska

10 adopted codes · 40 cities tracked

Complete GuideEdition 2018

State Building Authority

Mandatory Codes (6)

ACI 3182014

Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete

ACI·Structural

ICC 500 2014 Storm Shelter — Nebraska Storm Shelter Code

IBC2018

International Building Code

ICC·Building

IBC 2018 adopted statewide — State Fire Marshal

IEBC2018

International Existing Building Code

ICC·Existing Buildings

IEBC 2018 adopted statewide — State Fire Marshal

IRC2018

International Residential Code

ICC·Residential

IRC 2018 adopted statewide — State Fire Marshal

NFPA 12018

Fire Code

NFPA·Fire Safety

IECC 2018 adopted statewide — State Fire Marshal

NFPA 702020

National Electrical Code

NFPA·Electrical

NEC 2020 (NFPA 70) — State Electrical Division

Important Notes

Nebraska has a mandatory statewide building code (2018 ICC) enforced by the State Fire Marshal. The 2014 Nebraska Storm Shelter Code (ICC 500) applies to certain facilities. Nebraska is in Tornado Alley — tornadoes are a major hazard. Climate Zones 5A (east/central) and 6A (northwest). Design wind speeds 115-120 mph. Snow loads 20-40 psf. Seismic risk low (Category A/B). Ice barrier underlayment required. Frost depth: 36-42 inches.