HVAC Installation Compliance in Nebraska
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Applicable Nebraska Requirements
Nebraska Department of Labor Contractor Registration Mandate
ne:statute:neb-rev-stat-48-21Under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-2104, any contractor engaging in construction contracting in a county with a population greater than 100,000 (Douglas, Lancaster, and Sarpy Counties) must register with the Nebraska Department of Labor before performing work.
Citation: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-2104
Nebraska Workers' Compensation Insurance Mandate
ne:statute:neb-rev-stat-48-101Under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-101 et seq., every employer in the construction industry with one or more employees must obtain and maintain active workers' compensation insurance coverage.
Citation: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-106
Local Building Permit & Code Inspection Enforcement
ne:omaha:building-permitsBuilding permits must be obtained from municipal building departments (e.g. City of Omaha, City of Lincoln) prior to commencing structural, roofing, electrical, or plumbing alterations in accordance with adopted building codes.
Citation: Omaha Muni. Code § 43-41