And it has been answered twice by myself. Yes it is req. in the backsplash.
OK please help me understand.
(2) Island Countertop Spaces. At least one receptacle
shall be installed
at each island countertop
space with a
long dimension of 600 mm (24 in.) or greater and a short
dimension of 300 mm (12 in.) or greater.
But doesn't this allow me NOT to place it in the backsplash?
Exception to (5): To comply with the conditions specified in
(1) or (2), receptacle outlets
shall be permitted to be
mounted not more than 300 mm (12 in.) below the countertop.
Receptacles mounted below a countertop in accordance
with this exception shall not be located where the
countertop extends more than 150 mm (6 in.) beyond its
support base.
Sounds like I have a choice!