Superseded 7/1/2023)
Superseded 7/1/2023
15A-3-206. Amendments to Chapters 37, 39, and 44 and Appendix F of IRC.
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In IRC, Section E3601.6.2, a new exception is added as follows: “Exception: An occupant of an accessory dwelling unit is not required to have access to the disconnect serving the dwelling unit in which they reside.” |
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In IRC, Section E3705.4.5, the following words are added after the word “assemblies”: “with ungrounded conductors 10 AWG and smaller”. |
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In IRC, Section E3901.4.5, the last sentence in the exception is deleted and replaced with the following: “Receptacles mounted below the countertop in accordance with this exception shall not be located more than 14 inches from the bottom leading edge of the countertop.” |
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In IRC, Section E3901.9, the following exception is added:
“Exception: Receptacles or other outlets adjacent to the exterior walls of the garage, outlets adjacent to an exterior wall of the garage, or outlets in a storage room with entry from the garage may be connected to the garage branch circuit.” |
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IRC, Section E3902.16 is deleted. |
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In Section E3902.17:
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following the word “Exception” the number “1.” is added; and |
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at the end of the section, the following sentences are added:
“2. This section does not apply for a simple move or an extension of a branch circuit or an outlet which does not significantly increase the existing electrical load. This exception does not include changes involving remodeling or additions to a residence.” |
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IRC, Chapter 44, is amended by deleting the standard for “ANCE.” |
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In IRC, Chapter 44, the standard for ASHRAE is amended by changing “34-2013” to “34-2019.” |
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In IRC, Chapter 44, the standard for CSA, is amended by changing the:
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standard reference number “UL/CSA/ANCE 60335-2-40-2012” to “UL/CSA 60335-2-40-2019”; and |
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title “Standard for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2: Particular Requirements for Motor-Compressors” to “Standard for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2-40, Requirements for Electric Heat Pumps, Air Conditioners and Dehumidifiers-3rd Edition.” |
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In IRC, Chapter 44, the standard for UL, is amended by changing the:
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standard reference number “1995-2011” to “1995-2015”; |
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standard reference number “UL/CSA/ANCE 60335-2-40-2012” to “UL/CSA 60335-2-40-2019”; and |
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title “Standard for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2: Particular Requirements for Motor-Compressors” to “Standard for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2-40, Requirements for Electric Heat Pumps, Air Conditioners and Dehumidifiers-3rd Edition.” |
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IRC, Chapter 44, is amended by adding the following reference standard:
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“Standard reference number |
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Referenced in code section number |
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USC-FCCCHR 10th Edition Manual of Cross Connection Control |
Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research University of Southern California Kaprielian Hall 300 Los Angeles CA 90089-2531 |
Table P2902.3″ |
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In IRC, Chapter 44, is amended by adding the following reference standard: “UL 9540-20: Energy Storage Systems and Equipment; R327.1, R327.2 and R327.6.” |
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When passive radon controls or portions thereof are voluntarily installed, the voluntary installation shall comply with Appendix F of the IRC. |
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An additional inspection of a voluntary installation described in Subsection (9)(a) is not required. |
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Amended by Chapter 28, 2022 General Session
