Electrical code specifies how electrical outlets should be spaced and which types of outlets to use in general areas bathrooms and kitchens.
Kitchen outlet code california. One prime example of this is with outlet spacing. Electricians contractors and other industry professionals. 1 this receptacle does not serve countertop or need gfci protection receptacle max. Since it is not desirable to use an extension cord on these devices most electrical codes require a higher number of electrical outlets above a kitchen counter than anywhere else in the home.
Educate yourself about the requirements and restrictions defined by the international residential code national electrical code nec and any local codes. 2005 nfpa 70 new construction requirements nec 210 52 b 210 8 a 6 ucc reconstruction code kitchen small appliances. 2016 california electrical code kitchen receptacles and small appliance circuits ground fault circuit interrupters gfci receptacles at kitchens requirements b small appliances. The following is a list of the general requirements for residential kitchen receptacles based on the 2016 california electrical code.
Far from being arbitrary electrical code as it relates to outlets tends to yield to practicality. The code requires two or more 20 ampere circuits for all receptacle outlets for the small appliance loads including refrigeration equipment in the kitchen dining room pantry and breakfast room of a dwelling unit. It is not as simple as just putting things back the way they were or just moving a few things. Electrical code basics and recommended practices for kitchen renovation often seem like pointless rules cooked up in an office boardroom as electrical code eventually does get hammered out across conference tables.
Most of it however originates from people who work in the field. This handout is intended to provide only general information contact the building and safety division for any questions or additional information. Rule does not apply. Residential kitchen receptacle requirements 2010 california electrical code fig.
Small kitchen appliance cords such as coffee pots toasters and mixers rarely have a power cord that is more than 24 inches long. Section 210 52 b requires two or more 20 ampere circuits for all receptacle outlets for the small appliance loads including refrigeration equipment in the kitchen. In the kitchen countertop outlets should be no. Most of the code rules for kitchens deal with electrical circuits and devices and most local codes follow the nec the only model electrical code in the u s.
Standard kitchen electrical codes cover circuits for outlets receptacles lighting and switches and appliances.