Roger,
It is not just a handbook statement. It is the published statement of CMP2.
2-234 Log #2762 NEC-P02 (210-52(E))
Final Action: Reject
Submitter: Douglas Hansen, Codecheck
Recommendation:
Revise section 210.52(E) by adding "and above the lowest walking surface" as follows:
(e) Outdoor Outlets. For a one-family dwelling and each unit of a two-family dwelling that is at grade level, at least one receptacle outlet accessible at grade level and not more than 2.0 m (6 1/2 ft.) above grade and above the lowest walking surface shall be installed at the front and back of the dwelling. See 210.8(A)(3).
Substantiation:
In hillside situations, the area that is 2.0 m above grade at the front or rear of the dwelling could be below the lowest deck surface or driveway, and not be useable to the occupants. This proposal requires an additional receptacle in the area that is accessible to the occupants.
Panel Meeting Action: Reject
Panel Statement:
The present requirement is that the receptacle be accessible at grade level. If the area where the receptacle is installed is not a grade level area that is accessible to the occupants, it would not meet the requirements.
Number Eligible to Vote: 13
Ballot Results: Affirmative: 13
Don
[This message has been edited by resqcapt19 (edited 05-29-2005).]
