Kearney Climate Zone & Energy Code
Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 5A (cold-humid). Heating design -4°F, cooling design 95°F/72°F.
Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: Nebraska adopted IECC 2018 as the state energy code. ACCA Manual J is required for all HVAC permit applications in Buffalo County.
Local Electric Utility: Kearney Utilities (City-owned) / NPPD
Building Department: City of Kearney Building Department
Local Trade Association: PHCC Nebraska