§ 6-7. National Electrical Code adopted.  


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  • The National Electric Code, 2014 Edition, as published by the National Fire Protection Association, is hereby adopted and incorporated by reference as though it was copied herein fully with the following amendments:

    (1)

    Copper wiring required, aluminum feeders allowable — Any conductor, whether it may be current carrying, non-current carrying, or grounded conductor with applications enclosed in any structure, conduit body, or enclosure shall be copper. Aluminum feeders are allowable.

    (2)

    Conduit required — All new wiring in buildings not having an occupancy classification of R-3 shall be in conduit. Non-metallic conduits may be used in other than hazardous areas.

    (3)

    Transformer location — For safety, fire hazard, and maintenance purposes, high voltage transformers installed indoors or in enclosed spaces shall not be stored in an attic space.

    (4)

    Fire warning devices — Each residence and occupied building shall be equipped with an approved fire warning device or devices so located as to provide an audible warning to occupants in the event of fire.

( Ord. No. 0-2015-018 , § 2, 9-28-2015)