Iowa § 138.16 - 138.16 Cleanliness and repair required.
Full text of Iowa Iowa Code § 138.16 — 138.16 Cleanliness and repair required., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 138.16. 138.16 Cleanliness and repair required.
Every migrant or inhabitant of a migrant labor camp shall use the sanitary and other facilities provided and shall keep that part of the living quarters or shelter which the migrant’s or inhabitant’s immediate family occupies and controls as well as the premises immediately adjacent thereto in a clean condition comparable to normal domestic standards. Every camp operator or permit holder shall be responsible for the providing of and proper maintenance and repair of the premises, all shelters, structures, facilities, and service buildings of the camp, or portion thereof, for which the camp operator or permit holder was issued a permit as well as proper garbage and refuse collection, privy openings and closings, maintenance of water supply, pest and rodent control, toilet facilities, sewage disposal, laundry, handwashing and bathing facilities, lighting, operation of common kitchens, dining halls, and feeding facilities, and safety and fire prevention. [C71, 73, 75, 77, 79, 81, §138.16] Wed Dec 10 22:55:55 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 138.16 (17, 0)
Source: official Iowa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 138.16
What does Iowa Code § 138.16 cover?
Section 138.16 ("138.16 Cleanliness and repair required.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Iowa § 138.16?
A common citation format is "Iowa Code § 138.16" (Iowa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Iowa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Iowa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Iowa attorney.
How does Iowa § 138.16 apply to my situation?
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