Before this new code (2003), the state was referencing the '93 NEC code and anyone who was referencing other than that without a state variance was technically in state violation (for anyone bad in math, that is TEN years with the same electrical code!!!). We all know that most jurisdictions in NY were on the current code.
Pierre,
I first became aware of NY referencing the '93 NEC back around January after sending an inquiry to the State. At that time I didn't know a single person (including Local Inspectors) that actually knew that. Some thought that the '96 may have been adopted some time back but weren't sure.
I'd say there was a big lack of communication somewhere. Hopefully we will be able to help with that a bit here.
Bill
