bordew,
We all want to be code compliant. I understood what you said, but am not sure that 300-3(b) means that only 1 cable or raceway is permitted as a wiring method in this instance. As I look at it it seems to be talking about circuits in the sense of 'complete circuits'. I don't see why 3 switches connected to 3 individual receptacles could not be considered 3 circuits and be allowed in separate cables or raceways. In that sense, more than one cable would not be a violation.
Bill
