outlet placement wet bar

[olly]

What is the spacing requirement for outlet placement in a wet bar. Is it every 4' like a kitchen?

2nd question: A kitchen is defined by having cooking equipment. Is a microwave considered cooking equipment which would make me have to have 2 small appliance branch circuits?

 

[infinity]

There is no requirement for receptacles in a wet bar. IMO the kitchen definition from Article 100 would not include a portable microwave.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

I agree with rob but you may want to check with the ahj.

 

[olly]

I agree with rob but you may want to check with the ahj.

If it makes a difference this microwave is fixed in place

 

[retirede]

I appreciate having countertop-spaced receptacles on my wet bar. Even if not required by code.

 

[d0nut]

And not all on the same circuit if you are going to use that space to put crock pots, roasters, air fryers, etc. during parties.

 

[infinity]

If it makes a difference this microwave is fixed in place

In that case it fits the NEC definition of a kitchen although IMO it shouldn't but the definition is terrible. If I have a bar sink and a micowave can I list my house as having two kitchens when I sell it?

 

[olly]

In that case it fits the NEC definition of a kitchen although IMO it shouldn't but the definition is terrible. If I have a bar sink and a micowave can I list my house as having two kitchens when I sell it?

Very good point