Hotline1- Your design point is accurate. Agreed it is not design.Exactly what kind of comm. outlet do we need? Can I run 1 RG-6? Or do I need Phone cable,fiber or what? So many comm. resources out there now, who makes the call?
With that said, How does this fall under the intent of the NEC to make sure that wireing within dwellings is SAFE.
Good idea? YES. Have we not all been doing it for the better part of 30 Yrs? YES. Is there a need for it in the dwelling? NO. It is and should be an option.
This is a personal choice by the ocupant.
I am sure we will all continue to install these outlets, but to be required to.. I think is needless "Legislation".There are more important items to consider.
Such as pre wire surround sound, perhaps central vac (so lil' Johnny doesn't trip on the cord) etc.. etc..etc.
We do it and will continue to. Mandate it? NO.
