Outlets, Service Equipment & Accessible Electrical Controls

Grounded in the retrieved California Residential Code — click a citation to read the verbatim passage:

• CRC § 1136A.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  1136A.1 Receptacle heights. Electrical receptacle outlets on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less and communication system recepta- cles shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the receptacle outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the receptacle outlet box to the level of the finished floor or working platform. If the reach is over a physical barrier or an obstruction (for example, a kitchen base cabinet), receptacles shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 1138A.3. Physical barriers and obstructions shall not extend more than 25 inches (635 mm) from the wall beneath the receptacle.

  Cabinets shall be allowed to extend 24 inches from the wall beneath a control or switch with an additional countertop extension of 1 [1] / 2 inches for a maximum dimension of 25 [ 1] / 2 i nches (647.7 mm) in depth.

  Receptacle outlets that do not satisfy these specifications are acceptable provided that comparable receptacle outlets, that perform the same functions, are provided within the same area and are accessible.

  Exceptions: 1. Receptacle outlets installed as part of permanently installed baseboard heaters are exempt. 2. Required receptacle outlets shall be permitted in floors when adjacent to sliding panels or walls. 3. Baseboard electrical outlets used in relocatable partitions, window walls or other electrical convenience floor outlets are not subject to the minimum height requirements. 4. This section shall not apply to existing buildings when the enforcing agency determines that compliance with these stan- dards would create an unreasonable hardship.

  1136A.2 Switch and control heights. Controls or switches intended to be used by the occupant of the room or area to control lighting and receptacle outlets, appliances, alarms or cooling, heating and ventilating equipment shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the outlet box to the level of the finished floor or working platform. If the reach is over a physical barrier or an obstruction (for example, a kitchen base cabinet) switches and controls shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 1138A.3. Physical barriers or obstructions shall not extend more than 25 inches (635 mm) from the wall beneath a control or switch.

  Cabinets shall be allowed to extend 24 inches from the wall beneath a control or switch with an additional countertop extension of 1 [1] / 2 inches for a maximum dimension of 25 [ 1] / 2 inches (647.7 mm) in depth.

  Switches and controls that do not satisfy these specifications are acceptable provided that comparable controls or outlets, that perform the same functions, are provided within the same area and are accessible.

  Exception: Appliances (e.g., kitchen stoves, dishwashers, range hoods, microwave ovens and similar appliances) which have controls located on the appliance.

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  HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY

  DIVISION V – FEATURES COMMON TO EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF BUILDINGS

  DIVISION V Table of Contents

• CRC § 130.5 Medium relevance — show source text

  Install a control capable of automatically shutting OFF the controlled receptacles when the space is typically unoccupied, either at the receptacle or circuit level. When an automatic time switch control is installed it shall incorporate an override control that allows the controlled receptacle to remain ON for no more than 2 hours when an override is initiated and an automatic holiday “shut-OFF” feature that turns OFF all loads for at least 24 hours and then resumes the normally scheduled operation. Countdown timer switches shall not be used to comply with the automatic time switch control requirements; and 2. Install at least one controlled receptacle within 6 feet from each uncontrolled receptacle or install a multiple-receptacle outlet with at least one controlled and one uncontrolled receptacle. Where receptacles are installed in modular furniture in open office areas, at least one controlled receptacle shall be installed at each workstation; and 3. Provide a permanent marking for controlled receptacles or circuits to differentiate them from uncontrolled receptacles or circuits; and 4. For hotel and motel guest rooms, install controlled receptacles for at least one-half of the 120-volt receptacles in each guestroom. Electric circuits serving controlled receptacles in guestrooms shall have captive card key controls, occupant sensing controls, or automatic controls so the power is switched OFF no longer than 20 minutes after the guestroom has been vacated.

  Exception 1 to Section 130.5(d): Receptacles that are only for the following purposes: i. Receptacles specifically for refrigerators and water dispensers in kitchen area. ii. Receptacles located a minimum of six feet above the floor that are specifically for clocks. iii. Receptacles for network copiers, fax machines, A/V and data equipment other than personal computers in copy

  rooms.

  iv. Receptacles on circuits rated more than 20 amperes. v. Receptacles connected to an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that are intended to be in continuous use, 24 hours per day/365 days per year, and are marked to differentiate them from other uncontrolled receptacles or circuits.

  Exception 2 to Section 130.5(d): Receptacles in healthcare facilities.

  (e) Demand responsive controls and equipment. See Section 110.12 for requirements for demand responsive controls and equipment, including demand responsive controls for controlled receptacles.

  Note: Definitions of terms and phrases in Section 130.5 are determined as specified in Section 100.1(b). Terms and phrases not found in Section 100.1(b) shall be defined as specified in Title 24, Part 3, Article 100 of the California Electrical Code.

  Note: Authority: Sections 25213, 25218, 25218.5, 25402 and 25402.1, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 25007, 25008, 25218.5, 25310, 25402, 25402.1, 25402.4, 25402.5, 25402.8, and 25943, Public Resources Code.

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  5 NONRESIDENTIAL AND HOTEL/MOTEL OCCUPANCIES—

  PERFORMANCE AND PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE APPROACHES FOR ACHIEVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY

• CRC § 1142A.2 Medium relevance — show source text

  Exceptions:

  1. Receptacle outlets installed as part of permanently installed baseboard heaters are exempt. 2. Required receptacle outlets shall be permitted in floors when adjacent to sliding panels or walls. 3. Baseboard electrical outlets used in relocatable partitions, window walls or other electrical convenience floor outlets are not subject to the minimum height requirements. 4. This section shall not apply to existing buildings when the enforcing agency determines that compliance with these stan- dards would create an unreasonable hardship.

  1142A.2 Switch and control heights. Controls or switches intended to be used by the occupant of the room or area to control lighting and receptacle outlets, appliances, alarms or cooling, heating and ventilating equipment shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the outlet box to the level of the finished floor or working platform. If the reach is over a physical barrier or an obstruction (for example, a kitchen base cabinet), switches and controls shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 1138A.3. Physical barriers or obstructions shall not extend more than 25 inches (635 mm) from the wall beneath a switch or control.

  Switches and controls that do not satisfy these specifications are acceptable provided that comparable controls or outlets, that perform the same functions, are provided within the same area and are accessible.

  SECTION 1143A —SIGNAGE

  1143A.1 General. When signs and/or identification devices are provided they shall comply with this section.

  When both visual and tactile characters are required, either one sign with both visual and tactile characters, or two separate signs— one with visual and one with tactile characters— shall be provided.

  Exception: Signs need not be provided within dwelling units.

  Note: See Section 1127A.7 for additional signage requirements applicable to sanitary facilities, and Section 1124A for additional signage requirements applicable to elevators.

  1143A.2 Identification signs. When signs identify permanent rooms and spaces of a building or site, they shall comply with Sections 1143A.1, 1143A.5, 1143A.6 and 1143A.7.

  Exception: Exterior signs that are not located at the door to the space they serve shall not be required to comply with Section 1143A.6.

  1143A.3 Directional and informational signs. When signs direct to or give information about permanent rooms and spaces of a build- ing or site, they shall comply with Sections 1143A.5.

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  HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY

  1143A.4 Accessibility signs. When signs identify, direct or give information about accessible elements and features of a building or site, they shall include the appropriate symbol of accessibility and shall comply with Section 1143A.5 .

  1143A.5 Visual characters. Signs with visual characters shall comply with this section.

  1. Finish and contrast. Characters and their background shall have a non-glare finish. Characters shall contrast with their back- ground, either light on a dark background or dark on a light background.

• CRC § 1.1.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  _ 3. Shower enclosures that do not permit installation of reinforcement and/or grab bars shall be permitted, provided rein- forcement for installation of floor-mounted grab bars or an alternate method is approved by the enforcing agency. 4. Bathtubs with no surrounding walls, or where wall panels do not permit the installation of reinforcement shall be permit- ted, provided reinforcement for installation of floor-mounted grab bars adjacent to the bathtub or an alternate method is approved by the enforcing agency. 5. Reinforcement of floors shall not be required for bathtubs and water closets installed on concrete slab floors.

  R328.1.1.1 Documentation for grab bar reinforcement. Information and/or drawings identifying the location of grab bar rein- forcement shall be placed in the operation and maintenance manual in accordance with the California Green Building Standards Code, Chapter 4, Division 4.4.

  R328.1.2 Electrical receptacle outlet, switch and control heights. Electrical receptacle outlets, switches and controls (including controls for heating, ventilation and air conditioning) intended to be used by occupants shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219.2 mm) measured from the top of the outlet box and not less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the outlet box above the finish floor.

  Exceptions: 1. Dedicated receptacle outlets; floor receptacle outlets; controls mounted on ceiling fans and ceiling lights; and controls located on appliances. 2. Receptacle outlets required by the California Electrical Code on a wall space where the distance between the finished floor and a built-in feature above the finish floor, such as a window, is less than 15 inches (381 mm).

  R328.1.3 Interior doors. Effective July 1, 2024, at least one bathroom and one bedroom on the entry level shall provide a doorway with a net clear opening of not less than 32 inches (812.8 mm), measured with the door positioned at an angle of 90 degrees from the closed position; or, in the case of a two- or three-story single family dwelling, on the second or third floor of the dwelling if a bathroom or bedroom is not located on the entry level.

  R328.1.4 Doorbell buttons. Doorbell buttons or controls, when installed, shall not exceed 48 inches (1219.2 mm) above exterior floor or landing, measured from the top of the doorbell button assembly. Where doorbell buttons integrated with other features are required to be installed above 48 inches (1219.2 mm) measured from the exterior floor or landing, a standard doorbell button or control shall also be provided at a height not exceeding 48 inches (1219.2 mm) above exterior floor or landing, measured from the top of the doorbell button or control.

  SECTION R329—SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

  R329.1 General. Solar energy systems shall comply with the provisions of this section.

  R329.2 Solar thermal systems. Solar thermal systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the California Plumbing Code and the California Fire Code.

  R329.3 Photovoltaic systems. Photovoltaic ( PV ) systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with Sections R329.3.1 through R329.8.1 and the manufacturer’s installation instructions. The electrical portion of solar PV systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code.

• CRC § 12.2 Medium relevance — show source text

  With the alteration complete, the capacity of existing structural systems to resist forces is not reduced. 2. New structural elements are detailed and connected to existing or new structural elements as required by the selected design criteria. Exception: New lateral force-resisting systems designed in accordance with the California Building Code are permitted to be of a type designated as “Ordinary” or “Intermediate” where ASCE 7 Table 12.2-1 states these types of systems are not permitted.

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  ALTERATIONS—LEVEL 2

  3. Supports and attachments for nonstructural elements removed and reinstalled to facilitate the work comply with the Cali- fornia Building Code for new construction.
  4. The alterations do not create a structural irregularity as defined in ASCE 7 or make an existing structural irregularity more

  severe.

  Exception: Condition 4 need not be satisfied where the work complies with Section 304.3.2 Item 3.

  SECTION 806—ELECTRICAL

  806.1 New installations. Newly installed electrical equipment and wiring relating to work done in any work area shall comply with all applicable requirements of the California Electrical Code except as provided for in Section 806.4.

  806.2 Existing installations. Existing wiring in all work areas in Group A-1, A-2 and A-5 occupancies shall be upgraded to meet the materials and methods requirements of Chapter 7.

  806.3 Reserved.

  806.4 Residential occupancies. In Group R-2, R-3 and R-4 occupancies and buildings regulated by the California Residential Code, the requirements of Sections 806.4.1 through 806.4.7 shall be applicable only to work areas located within a dwelling unit.

  806.4.1 Enclosed areas. Enclosed areas, other than closets, kitchens, basements, garages, hallways, laundry areas, utility areas, storage areas and bathrooms shall have not fewer than two duplex receptacle outlets or one duplex receptacle outlet and one ceiling or wall-type lighting outlet.

  806.4.2 Kitchens. Kitchen areas shall have not fewer than two duplex receptacle outlets.

  806.4.3 Laundry areas. Laundry areas shall have not fewer than one duplex receptacle outlet located near the laundry equipment and installed on an independent circuit.

  806.4.4 Ground fault circuit interruption. Newly installed receptacle outlets shall be provided with ground fault circuit interruption as required by the California Electrical Code .

  806.4.5 Minimum lighting outlets. Not fewer than one lighting outlet shall be provided in every bathroom, hallway, stairway, attached garage and detached garage with electric power, and to illuminate outdoor entrances and exits.

  806.4.6 Utility rooms and basements. Not fewer than one lighting outlet shall be provided in utility rooms and basements where such spaces are used for storage or contain equipment requiring service.

  806.4.7 Clearance for equipment. Clearance for electrical service equipment shall be provided in accordance with the California Electrical Code.

  SECTION 807—MECHANICAL

  807.1 Reconfigured or converted spaces. Reconfigured spaces intended for occupancy and spaces converted to habitable or occupiable space in any work area shall be provided with natural or mechanical ventilation in accordance with the California Mechanical Code .

  Exception: Existing mechanical ventilation systems shall comply with the requirements of Section 807.2.

• CRC § 1138A.4.4. Medium relevance — show source text

  1.4. The seat must have a back support that is at least 12 inches (305 mm) tall; and 1.5. The seat must have an occupant restraint for use by the occupant of the seat and the restraint must meet the stan- dards for operable controls in compliance with Section 1138A.4.4. 2. Be capable of unassisted operation from both the deck and water levels. 3. Be stable and not permit unintended movement when a person is getting into or out of the seat. 4. Be designed to have a live-load capacity of not less than 300 pounds. 5. Be positioned so that, if the pool has water of different depths, it will place the operator into water that is at least 3 feet (914 mm) deep. 6. Be capable of lowering the operator at least 18 inches (457 mm) below the surface of the water.

  SECTION 1142A —ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE, SWITCH AND CONTROL HEIGHTS

  1142A.1 Receptacle heights. Electrical receptacle outlets on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less and communication system recep- tacles shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the receptacle outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the receptacle outlet box to the level of the finished floor or working platform. If the reach is over a physical barrier or an obstruction (for example, a kitchen base cabinet), receptacles shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 1138A.3. Physical barriers and obstructions shall not extend more than 25 inches (635 mm) from the wall beneath the receptacle.

  Receptacle outlets that do not satisfy these specifications are acceptable provided that comparable receptacle outlets, that perform the same functions, are provided within the same area and are accessible.

  Exceptions:

  1. Receptacle outlets installed as part of permanently installed baseboard heaters are exempt. 2. Required receptacle outlets shall be permitted in floors when adjacent to sliding panels or walls. 3. Baseboard electrical outlets used in relocatable partitions, window walls or other electrical convenience floor outlets are not subject to the minimum height requirements. 4. This section shall not apply to existing buildings when the enforcing agency determines that compliance with these stan- dards would create an unreasonable hardship.

  1142A.2 Switch and control heights. Controls or switches intended to be used by the occupant of the room or area to control lighting and receptacle outlets, appliances, alarms or cooling, heating and ventilating equipment shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the outlet box to the level of the finished floor or working platform. If the reach is over a physical barrier or an obstruction (for example, a kitchen base cabinet), switches and controls shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 1138A.3. Physical barriers or obstructions shall not extend more than 25 inches (635 mm) from the wall beneath a switch or control.

  Switches and controls that do not satisfy these specifications are acceptable provided that comparable controls or outlets, that perform the same functions, are provided within the same area and are accessible.

  SECTION 1143A —SIGNAGE

  1143A.1 General. When signs and/or identification devices are provided they shall comply with this section.

• CRC § 307.4 Medium relevance — show source text

  11B- 307.4 Vertical clearance. Vertical clearance shall be 80 inches ( 2032 mm) high minimum. Guardrails or other barriers shall be provided where the vertical clearance is less than 80 inches ( 2032 mm) high. The leading edge of such guardrail or barrier shall be located 27 inches ( 686 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

  Exception: Door closers and door stops shall be permitted to be 78 inches ( 1981 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

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  ACCESSIBILITY TO PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS, COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS AND PUBLIC HOUSING

  FIGURE 11B- 307.4—VERTICAL CLEARANCE

  11B-307.4.1 Guy braces. Where a guy support is used within either the width of a circulation path or 24 inches (610 mm) maximum outside of a circulation path, a vertical guy brace, sidewalk guy or similar device shall be used to prevent a hazard or an overhead obstruction.

  FIGURE 11B- 307.4.1—GUY BRACES

  11B- 307.5 Required clear width. Protruding objects shall not reduce the clear width required for accessible routes.

  SECTION 11B- 308 — REACH RANGES

  11B- 308.1 General. Reach ranges shall comply with Section 11B- 308 .

  11B-308.1.1 Electrical switches. Controls and switches intended to be used by the occupant of a room or area to control lighting and receptacle outlets, appliances or cooling, heating and ventilating equipment, shall comply with Section 11B-308 except the low reach shall be measured to the bottom of the outlet box and the high reach shall be measured to the top of the outlet box.

  11B-308.1.2 Electrical receptacle outlets. Electrical receptacle outlets on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less and communication system receptacles shall comply with Section 11B-308 except the low reach shall be measured to the bottom of the outlet box and the high reach shall be measured to the top of the outlet box.

  11B- 308.2 Forward reach.

  11B- 308.2.1 Unobstructed. Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches ( 1219 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches ( 381 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

  FIGURE 11B- 308.2.1—UNOBSTRUCTED FORWARD REACH

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  ACCESSIBILITY TO PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS, COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS AND PUBLIC HOUSING

• CRC § 207.3.2 Medium relevance — show source text

  A6.207.3.2 Efficiency. Equipment shall meet the applicable requirements of the Appliance Efficiency Regulations as required by Section A6.210.1, subject to the following:

  1. If more than one standard is listed in the Appliance Efficiency Regulations, the equipment shall meet all the standards listed; and
  2. If more than one test method is listed in the Appliance Efficiency Regulations, the equipment shall comply with the applicable standard when tested with each test method; and
  3. Where equipment can serve more than one function, such as both heating and cooling or both space heating and water heating, it shall comply with all the requirements applicable to each function; and
  4. Where a requirement is for equipment rated at its “maximum rated capacity” or “minimum rated capacity,” the capacity shall be as provided for and allowed by the controls, during steady-state operation.

  A6.207.3.3 Installation. Any service water-heating system or equipment may be installed only if the system or equipment complies with all of the applicable requirements of this subsection for the system or equipment.

  A6.207.3.3.1 Outlet temperature controls. On systems that have a total capacity greater than 167,000 Btu/hr, outlets that require higher than service water temperatures as listed in the ASHRAE Handbook, Applications Volume, shall have separate remote heaters, heat exchangers or boosters to supply the outlet with the higher temperature.

  A6.207.3.3.2 Temperature controls for public lavatories. The controls shall limit the outlet temperature to 110°F.

  A6.207.3.3.3 Insulation. Unfired service water heater storage tanks and backup tanks for solar water-heating systems shall have:

  1. External insulation with an installed R -value of at least R-12; or

  2. Internal and external insulation with a combined R -value of at least R-16; or

  3. The heat loss of the tank surface based on an 80°F water-air temperature difference shall be less than 6.5 Btu per hour per square foot.

  A6.207.3.3.4 Service water heaters in state buildings. Any newly constructed building constructed by the State shall derive its service water heating from a system that provides at least 60 percent of the energy needed for service water heating from site solar energy or recovered energy.

  Exception: Buildings for which the state architect determines that service water heating from site solar energy or recovered energy is economically or physically infeasible.

  A6.207.4 Natural gas central furnaces, cooking equipment and pool and spa heaters: Pilot lights prohibited.

  Any natural gas system or equipment listed below may be installed only if it does not have a continuously burning pilot light:

  1. Fan-type central furnaces.

  2. Household cooking appliances. Exception: Household cooking appliances without an electrical supply voltage connection and in which each pilot consumes less than 150 Btu/hr.

  3. Pool heaters.

  4. Spa heaters.

  A6.207.5 Controls for space-conditioning systems. Space- conditioning systems shall be installed with controls that comply with the applicable requirements of Subsections A6.207.5.1 through A6.207.5.5.

  A6.207.5.1 Thermostatic controls for each zone. The supply of heating and cooling energy to each space-conditioning zone or dwelling unit shall be controlled by an individual thermostatic control that responds to temperature within the zone and that meets the applicable requirements of Section A6.207.5.2.

• CRC § 160.6 Medium relevance — show source text

  “Electrical services” applies to the building service-entrance rating or to the submetering service. For a building with submetering, this applies to the submetering service size
  to the common use areas.|1. “Electrical services” applies to the building service-entrance rating or to the submetering service. For a building with submetering, this applies to the submetering service size
  to the common use areas.|1. “Electrical services” applies to the building service-entrance rating or to the submetering service. For a building with submetering, this applies to the submetering service size
  to the common use areas.|1. “Electrical services” applies to the building service-entrance rating or to the submetering service. For a building with submetering, this applies to the submetering service size
  to the common use areas.|1. “Electrical services” applies to the building service-entrance rating or to the submetering service. For a building with submetering, this applies to the submetering service size
  to the common use areas.|

  (c) Voltage drop. The maximum combined voltage drop on both installed feeder conductors and branch circuit conductors to the farthest connected load or outlet shall not exceed 5 percent.

  Exception to Section 160.6(c): Voltage drop permitted by California Electrical Code Sections 647.4, 695.6 and 695.7.

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  MULTIFAMILY BUILDINGS—MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

  (d) Circuit controls for 120-volt receptacles and controlled receptacles . In all common areas, both controlled and uncontrolled 120 volt receptacles shall be provided in office areas, lobbies, conference rooms, kitchen areas in office spaces, and copy rooms. Plug-in strips and other plug-in devices shall not be used to comply with the requirements of this section.

  Controlled receptacles shall meet the following requirements, as applicable:

  1. Install a control capable of automatically shutting OFF the controlled receptacles when the space is typically unoccupied, either at the receptacle or circuit level. When an automatic time switch control is installed it shall incorporate an override control that allows the controlled receptacle to remain ON for no more than 2 hours when an override is initiated and an automatic holiday “shut-OFF” feature that turns OFF all loads for at least 24 hours and then resumes the normally scheduled operation. Countdown timer switches shall not be used to comply with the automatic time switch control requirements; and
  2. Install at least one controlled receptacle within 6 feet from each uncontrolled receptacle, or install a multiple receptacle outlet with at least one controlled and one uncontrolled receptacle. Where receptacles are installed in modular furniture in open office areas, at least one controlled receptacle shall be installed at each workstation; and
  3. Provide a permanent marking for controlled receptacles or circuits to differentiate them from uncontrolled receptacles or circuits; and Exception 1 to Section 160.6(d): Receptacles that are only for the following purposes: A. Receptacles specifically for refrigerators and water dispensers in kitchen areas. B. Receptacles located a minimum of 6 feet above the floor that are specifically for clocks. C. Receptacles for network copiers, fax machines, A/V and data equipment other than personal computers in copy

  rooms.

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  (d) Documentation. A copy of the construction documents or a comparable document indicating the information from Sections 110.10(b) through 110.10(c) shall be provided to the occupant.

  (e) Main electrical service panel.

  1. The main electrical service panel shall have a minimum busbar rating of 200 amps.
  2. The main electrical service panel shall have a reserved space to allow for the installation of a double pole circuit breaker for a future solar electric installation. The reserved space shall be permanently marked as “For Future Solar Electric”.

  Note: Authority: Sections 25213, 25218, 25218.5, 25402, 25402.1, and 25605, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 25007, 25008, 25218.5, 25310, 25402, 25402.1, 25402.4, 25402.8, 25605, and 25943, Public Resources Code.

  SECTION 110.11—MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

  Certification by Manufacturers. Any electrical power distribution system equipment listed in this section may be installed only if the manufacture has certified to the Commission that the equipment complies with all the applicable requirements of this section.

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  ALL OCCUPANCIES—MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MANUFACTURE, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF SYSTEMS, EQUIPMENT AND BUILDING COMPONENTS

  (a) Low-voltage dry-type distribution transformer shall be certified by the Manufacturer as required by the Title 20 Appliance Efficiency Regulations.

  EXCEPTION to Section 110.11(a):

  1. autotransformer;

  2. drive (isolation) transformer;

  3. grounding transformer;

  4. machine-tool (control) transformer;

  5. nonventilated transformer;

  6. rectifier transformer;

  7. regulating transformer;

  8. sealed transformer;

  9. special-impedance transformer;

  10. testing transformer;

  11. transformer with tap range of 20 percent or more;

  12. uninterruptible power supply transformer; or

  13. welding transformer.

  Note: Authority: Sections 25213, 25218, 25218.5, 25402 and 25402.1, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 25007, 25008, 25218.5, 25310, 25402, 25402.1, 25402.4, 25402.8, and 25943, Public Resources Code.

  SECTION 110.12 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR DEMAND MANAGEMENT

  Buildings, other than healthcare facilities, that install or are required to install demand responsive controls shall comply with the applicable demand responsive control requirements of Sections 110.12(a) through 110.12(e). (a) Demand responsive controls.

  1. All demand responsive controls shall be either: A. A certified OpenADR 2.0a or OpenADR 2.0b Virtual End Node (VEN), as specified under Clause 11, Conformance, in the applicable OpenADR 2.0 Specification; or a certified Baseline Profile OpenADR 3.0 Virtual End Node; or
• CRC § 22.2 Medium relevance — show source text

  6. Plumbing protection. Water supply and drain pipes under lavatories shall be insulated or otherwise covered to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under lavatories.

  7. Lavatory faucet controls. Faucet controls and operation mechanisms shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls shall be no greater than 5 pounds (22.2 N). Lever operated, push-type and electroni- cally controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs. Self-closing valves are allowed if the faucet remains open for at least 10 seconds.

  8. Mirrors and towel fixtures. Where mirrors or towel fixtures are provided they shall be mounted with the bottom edge no higher than 40 inches (1016 mm) from the floor.

  SECTION 1135A —LAUNDRY ROOMS

  1135A.1 General. If clothes washing machines and clothes dryers are provided in covered multifamily dwelling units, one of each type of appliance shall be provided. Where front-loading clothes washers are not provided, management shall provide assistive devices, on request of the occupant, to permit the use of top-loading clothes washers.

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  HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY

  SECTION 1136A —ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE, SWITCH AND CONTROL HEIGHTS

  1136A.1 Receptacle heights. Electrical receptacle outlets on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less and communication system recepta- cles shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the receptacle outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the receptacle outlet box to the level of the finished floor or working platform. If the reach is over a physical barrier or an obstruction (for example, a kitchen base cabinet), receptacles shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 1138A.3. Physical barriers and obstructions shall not extend more than 25 inches (635 mm) from the wall beneath the receptacle.

  Cabinets shall be allowed to extend 24 inches from the wall beneath a control or switch with an additional countertop extension of 1 [1] / 2 inches for a maximum dimension of 25 [ 1] / 2 i nches (647.7 mm) in depth.

  Receptacle outlets that do not satisfy these specifications are acceptable provided that comparable receptacle outlets, that perform the same functions, are provided within the same area and are accessible.

  Exceptions: 1. Receptacle outlets installed as part of permanently installed baseboard heaters are exempt. 2. Required receptacle outlets shall be permitted in floors when adjacent to sliding panels or walls. 3. Baseboard electrical outlets used in relocatable partitions, window walls or other electrical convenience floor outlets are not subject to the minimum height requirements. 4. This section shall not apply to existing buildings when the enforcing agency determines that compliance with these stan- dards would create an unreasonable hardship.

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  11B-809.10.8.4 Knee and toe clearance. Knee and toe clearance shall be provided and comply with Section 11B-306.

  11B-809.10.8.5 Plumbing protection. Plumbing protection shall comply with Section 11B-809.9.7.

  11B-809.10.8.6 Controls. Faucet controls and operating mechanisms shall comply with Section 11B-309.4.

  11B-809.10.8.7 Mirrors and towel bars. Where mirrors are provided the bottom edge of the reflective surface shall be 40 inches (1016 mm) maximum above the finish floor. Where towel bars are provided, they shall be installed 40 inches (1016 mm) maximum above the finish floor to the top of the bar.

  11B-809.11 Washing machines and clothes dryers. Where washing machines and clothes dryers are provided in residential dwelling units with adaptable features, one of each type shall be provided.

  11B-809.12 Electrical receptacles, controls and switches. Electrical receptacles on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less, communica- tion system receptacles, controls and switches shall be located as follows:

  1. Where there is no obstruction, 48 inches (1219 mm) maximum measured from the top of the receptacle box and 15 inches (381 mm) minimum measured from the bottom of the receptacle box to the finish floor.

  2. Where the reach is over an obstruction, electrical receptacles, controls and switches shall comply with Sections 11B-308.3 and 11B-309.2.

  3. When the reach is over a kitchen work surface and base cabinet, the work surface shall be 36 inches (914 mm) maximum above the finish floor and 25 [1] / 2 inches (650 mm) maximum in depth. The base cabinet shall be 24 inches (610 mm) maximum in depth. 4. Where receptacles are provided in a kitchen at a corner work surface, one receptacle shall be located 36 inches (915 mm) from either wall at the inside corner.

  Exceptions:

  a. Electrical receptacles installed as part of permanently installed baseboard heaters.

  b. Electrical receptacles in floors adjacent to sliding panels or walls.

  c. Baseboard electrical receptacles in relocatable partitions, window walls or other electrical convenience floor outlets.

  d. Appliances (e.g., stoves, dishwashers, range hoods, microwave ovens and similar appliances) which have controls located on the appliance.

  e. Electrical receptacles dedicated to specific appliances.

  f. Circuit breakers.

  FIGURE 11B-809.12—ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLES AT CORNER WORKSURFACES

  SECTION 11B- 810 — TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES

  11B- 810.1 General. Transportation facilities shall comply with Section 11B- 810 .

  11B-810.1.1 Vehicle boarding. Stations shall not be designed or constructed so as to require persons with disabilities to board or alight from a vehicle at a location other than one used by the general public.