Every dwelling and dwelling unit shall have electric service which shall function continuously in a safe and reliable manner except during power outages. Every electrical outlet and fixture shall be installed, maintained and connected to the source of electrical power in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code. No dwelling or dwelling unit shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of this section unless:
(a) Every electric wire has insulation which is in good condition.
(b) Every switch plate and outlet plate is properly fastened in position.
(c) No short circuit or break exists in any electric line.
(d) Every fixture and outlet functions properly and is properly fastened in place.
(e) No obvious shock, fire or other safety hazard exists.
(f) No temporary wiring is used, except extension cords which run directly from portable electric fixtures to convenience outlets and which do not lie underneath floor-covering materials or extend through doorways, transoms or other similar apertures through structural elements.
(g) No electric circuit is overloaded as a result of connecting appliances which operate at higher wattages to outlets supplied with wire of inadequate size.
(Ord. 89-75. Passed 11-9-89.)