Sparky,
There is always the possibility that a group of Inspectors will have a difference of opinion on a particular code item even if they all work for the same Electrical Inspection Agency. Unless the Agency, as a whole, requires a certain code rule to be enforced 100% the Electrical Inspector has the authority to exercise section 90.4 providing "effective safety is maintained".
I'm personally grateful our Industry has such a professional, well respected document as the NEC. Taking time to study the code and ask questions is time well spent.
(Frank) cinkerf
