Receptacle Spacing in Non Kitchen

[Little Bill]

If you have an area that is like a kitchen less the permanent cooking provisions, how are the counter receptacles to be spaced? I think they are calling this a "kitchenette".

 

[jumper]

If you have an area that is like a kitchen less the permanent cooking provisions, how are the counter receptacles to be spaced? I think they are calling this a "kitchenette".

I would say that this the key. What is there?

 

[kwired]

Per NEC I'd say the six-twelve rule is all that is required.

For convenience of the user the kitchen counter rules are probably better choice to follow.

 

[Little Bill]

I would say that this the key. What is there?

From the plans, just counter space on both sides of a sink.

 

[jumper]

From the plans, just counter space on both sides of a sink.

Then I would go with post #3. Do not forget GFCI.

 

[Ponchik]

It will depend how the AHJ will interpret the "Kitchenette"

IMO, I would do the 24" & 48" requirement.

 

[growler]

If you have an area that is like a kitchen less the permanent cooking provisions, how are the counter receptacles to be spaced? I think they are calling this a "kitchenette".

From the plans, just counter space on both sides of a sink.

I think that's normally called a "wet bar".

 

[iwire]

Does the NEC require any outlets in that location?

 

[jumper]

Does the NEC require any outlets in that location?

I would say it depends on where this "kitchenette" is located.

(C) Countertops.
In kitchens, pantries, breakfast rooms,
dining rooms, and similar areas of dwelling units, recep-
tacle outlets for countertop spaces shall be installed in ac-
cordance with 210.52(C)(1) through (C)(5)

 

[Little Bill]

Does the NEC require any outlets in that location?

I would say it depends on where this "kitchenette" is located.

(C) Countertops.
In kitchens, pantries, breakfast rooms,
dining rooms, and similar areas of dwelling units, recep-
tacle outlets for countertop spaces shall be installed in ac-
cordance with 210.52(C)(1) through (C)(5)

This is a "bonus" area above a garage that will be used as an apartment. It has a bedroom, bath, laundry, and the "kitchenette". There may be cabinets above the counter along with the lower cabinets below the counter. So basically everything except the stove.