Exposed NM/romex?

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olc

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NM (romex) exposed in common spaces (for example finished (drywall) mechanical rooms). Comply with NEC? The way I read it - no.

How about NM cable that is installed so it penetrates a small hole in the drywall from the wall space on it's way to what ever it is connected to exposed?
 
olc said:
NM (romex) exposed in common spaces (for example finished (drywall) mechanical rooms). Comply with NEC? The way I read it - no.

How about NM cable that is installed so it penetrates a small hole in the drywall from the wall space on it's way to what ever it is connected to exposed?
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Depends on the type structure per 334.10
 
Correct me if I am wrong:
Exposed is OK in multifamily Type V construction.
It is in other types of buildings (i.e. non-residential) where it would need to be concealed.

The cable can come out of the drywall (it just looks half-ass).
 
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