I agree. I can't look at the older code versions right now, but my opinion (based on 2017) is that the "thing that looks a lot like a wall" that is above this cabinet is not "wall space," in the context of 210.52. Therefore, no receptacle is required at all. That said, a receptacle placed in either location in the photo would be allowed by code.
By the way, I am about to face a similar question. We are planning a kitchen and dining room remodel for later this year. At the present dining room wall, there will be a built-in banquette that will cover the wall space, left to right, and floor to about 30" above the floor. It will block the existing locations of two receptacles. My opinion is that I don't have to add receptacles for that wall. I might anyway, but code will not require it. That will be a conversation that I will have with the GC and perhaps his selected electrician as well.
Charles E. Beck, P.E., Seattle
Comments based on 2017 NEC unless otherwise noted.
Would this be a similar space? 2017 IMO, could be argued for the outlet above the counterAny space 600 mm (2 ft) or more in width (including
space measured around corners) and unbroken along the
floor line by doorways and similar openings, fireplaces,
and fixed cabinets that do not have countertops or similar
work surfaces
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I think not. It does not say "similar space." It says "similar work surfaces." We are dealing with a seating area, not a work surface. Nobody is going to need to plug in a toaster or a drill, while seating on this bench. Putting a receptacle is not a bad idea, and not a code violation. But I say it is not a code requirement.
Charles E. Beck, P.E., Seattle
Comments based on 2017 NEC unless otherwise noted.
Uh, I just noticed. What is that box in the wall above cabinet?
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Derek
Thanks for all the replies... Am I correct then when I say that most of you believe there's no requirement for a receptacle within the cabinet space as long as there's receptacles within 6' to the left and right of it.
Thanks again...
Okay, in that case you were correct about the cabinet receptacle placement and have the needed receptacles for the wall space; however, you have just failed on working space for that cabinet.
IMO, a generator transfer switch would apply to the following:
110.26 Spaces About Electrical Equipment. Access and working space shall be provided and maintained about all electrical equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment.
(A) Working Space. Working space for equipment operat- ing at 600 volts, nominal, or less to ground and likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while energized shall comply with the dimensions of 110.26(A)(1), (A)(2), and (A)(3) or as required or permitted elsewhere in this Code.
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