There is hereby adopted by reference as the “City Electrical Code” that certain electrical code known as the 2011 National Electrical Code subject to the amendments and other provisions of this subchapter. The provisions of the city electrical code shall be controlling in the supply of electricity and in the installation, maintenance, and use of all electrical conductors and equipment in one- and two-family detached units as described in the 2011 National Electrical Code.
(A) All electrical installation must comply with state adopted codes as amended.
(B) Electrical systems and equipment lawfully in existence at the time of the adoption of this code may have their use, maintenance, or repair continued if the use, maintenance, or repair is in accordance with the original design and no hazard to life, health, or property has been created by such electrical system and equipment.
(C) All electrical systems and equipment, both existing and new, and all parts thereof shall be maintained in a proper operating condition in accordance with the original design and in a safe and hazard-free condition. The owner or designated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of the electrical system. To determine compliance with this subsection, the Building Official, or his or her authorized representatives, may cause any electrical system to be reinspected.
(D) Electrical systems and equipment which are a part of buildings or structures moved into or within this city shall comply with the provisions of this code for new installations.
(Prior Code, § 6-13-17) (Ord. 2010-06, passed 11-9-2010; Ord. 2013-04, passed 12-10-2013)