Nebraska Administrative Code Topic - STATE ENERGY OFFICE
Here’s a refined overview of the Nebraska Administrative Code under the topic STATE ENERGY OFFICE, which is codified in Title 107:
⚙️ Title 107 – STATE ENERGY OFFICE (Nebraska Administrative Code)
Chapters Overview
Chapter 1 – Introduction
Provides the scope, authority, and purpose of Title 107. (regulations.justia.com, dee.nebraska.gov)
Chapter 2 – Definitions
Defines key terms such as "Nebraska Energy Code," which currently references the 2003 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) (regulations.justia.com, law.cornell.edu).
Chapter 3 – Applicability
Outlines which buildings, jurisdictions, and situations are subject to energy code requirements. (dee.nebraska.gov)
Chapter 4 – Local Code Adoption
Details the process for municipalities and counties to adopt or update energy codes. (regulations.justia.com)
Chapter 5 – Local Code Enforcement
Governs how local authorities must enforce energy codes once adopted. (regulations.justia.com)
Chapter 6 – State Enforcement
Defines the circumstances under which the State Energy Office intervenes or enforces standards (e.g. in absence of local adoption). (regulations.justia.com)
📘 Current State Energy Code Updates
Legislative Updates:
LB 405 (effective May 8, 2019) updated Nebraska’s energy code from the 2009 IECC to the 2018 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1‑2016. (dee.nebraska.gov)
The new 2018 IECC became effective July 1, 2020.
State Building Standards:
Per Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72‑804, all new state buildings—including lighting, HVAC, and envelope components—must comply with at least the 2018 IECC. (nebraskalegislature.gov)
🛠️ How It All Fits Together
Title 107 sets the regulatory framework: definitions, applicability, and enforcement responsibilities.
Legislative acts (e.g., LB 405) specify the actual technical code versions adopted statewide.
Statutory backing (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72‑804) ensures that state-funded facilities adhere to these codes.
Enforcement is local when ordinances exist, or state-level otherwise—as per Chapters 4–6.
✅ Suggested Actions / Resources
Obtain the official and up-to-date versions of Title 107 from the Nebraska Secretary of State for certified references.
Review your local jurisdiction’s adoption status if you’re a builder or developer, to determine whether local or state code applies.
For upcoming energy code revisions (e.g., 2021 or 2024 IECC), monitor NDEE announcements or energy impact studies noted under Title 107’s resources.
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