CODE COMPLIANCE & Permits
Nebraska's primarily uses model building code statewide:
- International Building Code 2018 (IBC)
For Permits and Compliance: Contact your local city or county building department to find unique and specific building regulation adopted in addition to IBC 2018.
climate zone
CZ 5 (Climate Zone 5)
- Location: All of Nebraska is in Climate Zone 5.
- Climate: "Cold and Moist" climate
- Building codes: Uniform requirements are in place because the entire state is in a single climate zone, the baseline energy efficiency standards for the building envelope (e.g., insulation, windows) are consistent across all counties.
How zones are used
Governing regulations:
The climate zones are used by builders and contractors to determine the insulation requirements for different parts of a home, such as the walls, attic, and foundation.