The National Electrical Code, 2017 Edition, NFPA No. 70-2017, with State of Iowa amendments, as published by the National Fire Protection Association, is hereby adopted by reference and shall apply to all properties within the City. The fee for a permit issued under the National Electrical Code adopted in this chapter and as may be adopted in the future shall be $25.00. The fine and penalty schedule for failing to obtain timely permits is as follows: (i) $100.00 fine for first violation of failing to obtain an electrical permit prior to beginning work on a job; work must stop until fine is paid; if fine is not paid within 30 days, license is suspended and not reinstated until fine is paid; and (ii) $250.00 fine for second violation and license subject to review by the Board of Electrical Examiners; work must stop until fine is paid; if fine is not paid within 30 days, license is suspended and not reinstated until fine is paid; third violation will result in automatic revocation of electrical license.
1. License Fee. $50.00 initial fee for all electrical license types (Master, Journeyman and Type 3) and $20.00 renewal fee each year for all electrical license types, due January 1 of each year.
2. Continuing Education. Licensed electricians are required to attend an Electrical Code update class every three years and provide proof of attendance to the City.
3. Fine and Penalties. The following fine and penalty schedule applies for failing to have a licensed electrician on the job site at all times: (i) $100.00 fine for first violation of failing to obtain an electrical permit prior to beginning work on a job; work must stop until fine is paid; if fine is not paid within 30 days, license is suspended and not reinstated until fine is paid; and (ii) $250.00 fine for second violation and license subject to review by the Board of Electrical Examiners; work must stop until fine is paid; if fine is not paid within 30 days, license is suspended and not reinstated until fine is paid; third violation will result in automatic revocation of electrical license.
4. Master and Journeyman, and Type “3” Electrician List. The Building Official shall keep an up-to-date list of master and journeyman, and Type “3” electricians certified by the City, and make it available to the public.
5. Permits shall not be required for the replacement of flush or snap switches, fuses, lamp sockets, and receptacles, and other minor maintenance and repair work.
6. Homeowners may perform electrical work only on their primary place of residency.
7. The electrical inspector will provide information to insure that homeowners properly perform electrical installations.
8. Wires going to the receptacle or switch are to be mechanically fastened to the screw or clamped.