Highlights from the newsletter include implementation dates for the updated electrical codes. On August 1, 2018 the 2017 NEC will be adopted for commercial structures and on January 1, 2020 the 2017 NEC will be adopted for one- and two-family dwellings.
Electrical Code Updates
The Department announced implementation dates for the updated electrical code.
August 1, 2018: 2017 NEC adopted for commercial structures
August 1, 2018: DSPS may begin accepting applications for registration as an electrical inspection agency. More information will be provided in July 2018.
March 1, 2019: Only registered inspection agencies may provide plan review, permit issuance, or inspections.
January 1, 2020: 2017 NEC adopted for one- and two-family dwellings.
January 1, 2020: statewide requirements for permits and inspections go into effect
Additional Code Updates
April 1, 2018 was the effective date for these two code packages:
SPS 307-308 Explosives, Fireworks, Mines, Pits and Quarries
SPS 327 Camping Units
July 1, 2018 will be the effective date of the POWTS (SPS 381-387 & 391) revised code package.
Fire Department Safety & Health code (SPS 330) is currently being reviewed by the Legislature.
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