Charlie- Vest pocket rules are those rules that the inspector uses because he don't know any better. Vest pocket rules are the ones they used to quote me when I was an installer and I'd say "Mr. Inspector, I have to get paid for this change order so can you show me in the code where it says that?" Typical response was - "I'll let it go this time, but don't do it again" The only place those rules exist is in his vest pocket, not in any code book. About 10 years ago, Michigan started requiring inspectors to have continuing education requirements and code update classes. as a result, we don't have as many vest pocket rules.
Who you kidding Charlie, you know about vest pocket rules, and your just messing with me [Linked Image]

George Little