2-153 Log #2734 NEC-P02 Final Action: Reject
(210.52(A)(2) Exception (New) )
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Submitter: Robert Meier, Norwood, NJ
Recommendation: Add text to read as follows:
210.52(A)(2) Wall Space. As used in this section, a wall space shall include
the following:
(1) Any 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
(2) The space occupied by fixed panels in exterior walls, excluding sliding
panels
(3) The space afforded by fixed room dividers, such as freestanding bar-type
counters or railings
Exception: Rectangular, square, round or other shaped columns shall not
be required to comply with this section.
Substantiation: Some inspectors have been requiring columns with an outer
dimension of 24 in or more, particularly those in basements, to comply with the
210.52(A)(2). In many cases it is impracticable to install receptacles in these
locations (think of trying to install a receptacle on a round column with a 24 in.
circumference). The new exception will clarify that columns do not need to be
counted as wall space when complying with 210.52(A)(2).
Panel Meeting Action: Reject
Panel Statement: The Exception is unnecessary. A column is not a “wall
space” as defined in 210.52(A)(2)(1) and, as such, the 24” dimension has no
application.
Number Eligible to Vote: 11
Ballot Results: Affirmative: 11
