§ 7-82. Electrical facilities.

(a)

Facilities required. Every occupied building shall be provided with an electrical system in compliance with the requirements of this section and section 7-83.

(b)

Service. The size and usage of appliances and equipment shall serve as a basis for determining the need for additional facilities in accordance with NFPA 70. Every dwelling shall be served by main service that is not less than 60 amps, three wires, 120/240-volt ac nominal.

(c)

Electrical system hazards . Where it is found that the electrical system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of inadequate service, improper fusing, insufficient receptacle and lighting outlets, improper wiring or installation, deterioration or damage, or for similar reasons, the Code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.

(Ord. No. 340, § 1, 10-14-02; Ord. No. 351, §§ 27, 38, 11-24-03)