(A) For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ELECTRICAL. The installation of wires and conduits for the purpose of transmitting electricity, and the installation of fixtures and equipment in connection therewith.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. Any individual, partnership, or corporation that engages in the business of or employs others for the construction, alteration, or repair of any electrical wiring used for the purpose of furnishing heat, light, or power.
ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR. Any person certified by the Commissioner of Housing, Buildings, and Construction pursuant to KRS 227.489 who, for compensation, inspects the construction and installation of electrical conductors, fittings, devices, and fixtures for light, heat, or power service equipment to ascertain the compliance with the National Electrical Code incorporated in the Uniform State Building Code promulgated pursuant to KRS 198B.050 or the State Standards of Safety.
ELECTRICIAN. Any person who is employed by an electrical contractor and is engaged in the construction, alteration, or repair of any electrical wiring used for the purpose of furnishing heat, light, or power.
(B) The formerly established Northern Kentucky Electric Authority, the Examining and Appeal Board consisting of seven members as authorized in KRS 227.450 through 227.500, shall:
(1) Administer the electrical contractor’s examinations which have been selected and approved by the Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction and administer electrician examinations;
(2) Have the power to issue, renew, suspend, and revoke electrical contractor and electrician licenses;
(3) Have the power to require electrical contractors and electricians to pay reasonable fees for examinations, initial licenses, and renewals;
(4) Accept an electrical contractor examination certificate issued by the Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction as evidence that an applicant has met the examination requirements;
(5) Have the power to require all electrical contractors and electricians to conform to reasonable standards prior to engaging in their occupation;
(6) Compile and submit to the Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction all disciplinary actions taken against licensed electrical contractors on a quarterly basis; and
(7) Have all other powers authorized for a “local examining board” by KRS 227.450 et seq.
(C) It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the business of installing, altering, or repairing, within the city, any electrical wiring, devices, or equipment unless the individual is the holder of the electrical contractor’s license or employed by a licensed electrical contractor and a holder of an electrician’s license. Application for the license must be made in writing to the Board, stating the name, experience, and qualifications of the applicant. Upon the applicant’s complying with the requirements of this section and passing an examination approved by the Northern Kentucky Electric Authority, a license shall be granted to the individual applying for the same.
(D) There is hereby established an agreement of reciprocity between the city and any other city and county in which there exists legislation basically containing the provisions of this section and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute an interlocal agreement(s) with any such city or county.
(E) Any person, firm, or corporation violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction in any court of competent jurisdiction, shall be fined not less than $50, nor more than $500 or imprisoned for not more than 120 days, or both, so fined and imprisoned in the discretion of the court for each offense, and each day that the person, firm, or corporation violates this section, or any provision thereof, may be deemed a separate offense.
(1993 Code, § 81.14) (Ord. 91-05, passed 4-3-1991) Penalty, see § 152.99