(A) With the exception of the requirements listed in this section, electrical systems and equipment lawfully in existence at the time of the adoption of this ordinance may have their use, maintenance and repair continued if the use, maintenance and repair is in accordance with the original design and no hazard to life, health or property has been created by the electrical system and equipment.
(B) Any additions, alterations or repairs of electrical systems shall conform to Section 3401.4 of the currently adopted International Residential Code and be maintained in a state of good repair and in good working order.
(C) Electrical systems for leased/let dwellings shall be grounded in accordance with Section E3607 of the currently adopted International Residential Code.
(D) Connections at service heads shall be in accordance with Sections E3605.9.1 through E3605.9.7 of the currently adopted International Residential Code.
(E) Tenants shall have ready access to all overcurrent devices protecting the conductors supplying that dwelling.
(F) Fused neutrals are prohibited.
(G) All fixtures, receptacles, equipment and wiring in leased/let dwellings and accessory structures shall be maintained in a state of good repair, safe, capable of being used. Electrical systems shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 73, Standard for Electrical Inspections for Existing Dwellings.
(H) Every dwelling shall be equipped with smoke detectors installed in all sleeping areas. Smoke detectors shall be hard wired with battery backup.
(I) No leased/let dwelling unit shall be crosswired unless the electric energy charges for that dwelling are paid for by the owner. If a complaint alleges a leased/let dwelling is crosswired, the Code Official shall cause the dwelling to be inspected. The Code Official may require certification from a licensed electrician attesting the leased/let dwelling is not crosswired.
(Ord. 11-2018-96, passed 11-27-18)