Joe:
To delve in a little deeper...
Doing plan review, we receive a substantial number of "homeowner" permit applications, ranging from installing a receptacle, to pools, to service changes, and everything inbetween.
The homeowner is required/requested to submit a "sketch" with some basic pertinent info on what they propose to do. Some get it "right", some get a phone call requesting further info. Wiring methods, box sizes, circuit layout, etc. Talking to them on the phone can provide some input to their capability to do the work. If they appear to be totally "lost" we can reject the permit application, and have them obtain the services of a licensed EC. (This is within the boundries of the NJ Uniform Construction Code)

We rather they "mess-up" on paper, rather than have to rip out what they do/did wrong.

Talk about brown bag drawings????

John

John