Building Board of Appeals
Regular MeetingGlen Ellyn, IL · December 15, 2021
Minutes
MINUTES
BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING
December 15, 2021
Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by Building Board of Appeals (BBA) Chairperson Thomas
Bredfeldt.
Roll was called. Present: Chairperson Tom Bredfeldt, BBA Members Brian Beck, Christopher Clark,
Tom Tuscher and Barrington Pope. Absent: BBA Members Matthew Rooney and Robert Stahr.
Public Comment Non-Agenda Items
There was no public comment pertaining to non-agenda items.
Approval of Minutes
Draft minutes of the November 17, 2021 meeting were approved by voice vote following a motion by
BBA Member Clark, seconded by Member Beck.
Approval of Transcript
The transcript from the meeting of November 17, 2021 was approved by voice vote following a motion
by BBA Member Tuscher, seconded by Member Beck.
Old Business
Village Director of Community Development Staci Springer welcomed to the Board new member
Barrington Pope, before providing a brief update on the building community listening session. She
reported having received letters or emails with additional comments since the event took place, and said
that feedback has been compiled into a chart format. She explained that, post-capture of input, the Village
will move forward at a departmental or interdepartmental team level, brainstorming as to how to address
these items. Action in response, she said, could entail tweaks to processes, adoption of new regulations, or
a Code amendment. For some items, it might not be possible to implement the request. She said she
intends to present an updated chart at each BBA meeting, and that further feedback is invited. She
requested that those wishing to provide input try to do so before Christmas. She concluded her remarks
by suggesting that interested attendees in the audience speak up. David Firchau, 108 S. Ellyn, a
carpenter/contractor who owns Firchau Construction, said he would like to know what the relationship is
between the Village and TPI for inspections, and what to expect in the process. He said he builds decks,
gazebos and pergolas, and wished those present a Merry Christmas. Director Springer replied that TPI is a
consultant that provides services, such as building and plumbing inspections, plan reviews and back-up
staffing, to municipalities. Mr. Firchau said that the first permit he received in Glen Ellyn was in 1986,
and that he used to be able to obtain one “on the spot,” as well as get revisions taken care of at the
counter. He expressed that he favors quick resolution of and faster permitting, and indicated that he values
working together. Bothered by delays, he exclaimed, “Five days is a long time when you’re in business.”
Chairperson Bredfeldt asked if in the past redlines had been made at the counter, in response to which Mr.
Firchau described a process entailing instruction, re-labeling/revising, initialing and permitting. Member
Tuscher wondered what has changed. Mr. Firchau indicated that delays don’t always happen, but when
they do, a project hold-up can snowball. Village Building and Zoning Official Steve Witt responded that
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Staff is taking in comments from the building community, which are appreciated, in an effort to find ways
to improve.
Discussion of 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, with proposed amendments
Building and Zoning Official Witt explained that he would go through proposed changes to the
International Property Maintenance Code (as well as the National Electric Code), and referenced major
changes that have occurred in the Property Maintenance Code from 2009 to 2012 to 2015, and the 2018
edition. He said the International Code Council publishes the Codes every three years, and that the
Village is currently on a nine-year cycle for adopting updates – a cycle the Village is looking to tighten.
(He said comparisons were also made with the 2009 edition.) He indicated that the focus would be on
items deemed “most consequential to life in Glen Ellyn if the Code is adopted as it’s currently written.”
Mr. Witt went on to discuss the two major provisions identified: He explained the Property Maintenance
Code now addresses overcrowding of structures – primarily dwelling units. The other item that the new
versions of the Code have, he said, is that they bring in requirements for the maintenance of fire-rated
assemblies and talks about unsafe conditions. He said the Code language doesn’t say that something has
to be installed, but rather explains how it is to be maintained (i.e., safe and fully operational).
Another proposed change Mr. Witt brought up would have bearing on fences and landscaping installed
close to a driveway on an adjacent lot – a configuration that can obscure views of pedestrians by drivers,
and vehicles by pedestrians. He said Staff proposes establishing an approximately 20 ft. x 20 ft. “visibility
triangle” allowing shrubbery and fences to be installed in situations where the driveway is up against the
property line, but limit it to a height of no higher than 3 feet. The Code will also define in more detail
profile requirements for fences around private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, Mr. Witt recommends
referencing passages in the Residential and Building Codes. He said other topics for consideration are
establishing dates (e.g., October 1-May 15) for providing heat (at a minimum temperature of 68°) in
dwelling units, and outlining temperature ranges for inside-business occupancies. Mr. Witt said Staff also
has referenced safety codes for elevators, to match with the office of the State Fire Marshall, as posted on
its site.
According to Mr. Witt, concerns have been expressed about different fire safety aspects of buildings in
town, particularly for the C5 Zoning District. There’s been for many years, he related, a notion that in lieu
of requiring fire sprinklers in existing buildings to actually look at requiring a fire detection and alarm
system to be installed. He also indicated that, stemming from concern about annexed properties,
consideration of a Code provision that, if adopted, would require the installation of fire alarm and
detection systems or potentially a fire-extinguishing system. Another item, he said, basically just gets the
Code in sync with the Building Code, the Residential Code, and the State law for smoke detectors, and
another, similarly for carbon monoxide detectors. Mr. Witt reviewed proposed requirements for the
installation of fire protection systems for annexed properties. Noting “Continuity of Service,” Mr. Witt
expressed concerns about subscription-based alarm systems a level of service could potentially hinge on
whether the subscriber is current with payments. BBA Member Clark questioned language referring to a
“search warrant,” thinking the correct term is “administrative warrant,” submitting that the Village wants
the ability to administer inspections. Mr. Witt said he would review the language with the Village
attorney.
Pursuant to item #40, Chief Clark wondered if, along with the requirement of a fire alarm and detection
system, there would be a system monitored off-site by a central or node station, to which Mr. Witt,
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replied, “Currently, the answer to that would be, ‘Maybe’.” Mr. Witt explained that right now the Fire
Code requires only assembly and educational occupancies to be direct-connected to DU-COMM. He said
the Board could discuss changing this, but that generally it has to go to a third-party reporting station, and
then go to DU-COMM. Mr. Clark asked if it would be “either/or,” to which Mr. Witt responded, that it
could, saying he believes there’s a higher cost for equipment to be able to do the direct connection to DU-
COMM. Mr. Clark advised ensuring off-site reporting, as well as requiring key boxes for premises with
alarms. The Fire Chief then asked for confirmation that the Village is not going to allow a subscription
alarm where the alarm doesn’t function locally without the subscription. Mr. Witt said this is correct. Mr.
Witt brought up a concern about overflowing trash, particularly at multi-family buildings, and said that
the concept of issuing a fine or citation on the spot might be considered to help strengthen provisions of
the Code. He said he would prepare language to this effect for Board review and approval, as well as for
the Pest Elimination Section, with regard to another issue that has come to mind: how to treat bedbugs in
multi-family buildings. He endorses a provision that requires landlords fumigate the dwelling unit above,
below and to the left and right of an infested unit, to prevent a building-wide health hazard.
Discussion of 2017 NFPA 70, National Electric Code, with proposed amendments
Official Witt introduced documentation displaying changes from the 2011 version (which the Village is
currently on) and the 2014 version of the National Electrical Code to the 2017 edition, proposed for
adoption. He said information is provided on new requirements for areas where GFCI outlets are going to
be required, and which will now include shower stalls, and bathtub and laundry areas, etc. Mr. Witt
pointed to a synopsis of changes made between the 2011 and the 2014 versions prepared by an official
with the National Electrical Contractors Association, with sections highlighted that would most notably
affect electrical work in Glen Ellyn. Mr. Witt referenced additional provisions for receptacles at wet
locations or where receptacles are in a face-up position. He also mentioned protection for portable
generators, tire inflation or automotive vacuum machines; provisions relative to photovoltaic systems and
wind systems. He also cited articles related to the type of cable and raceway systems that are permitted by
the NEC, but which he doesn’t think provide best service to homeowners or contractors. Mr. Witt drew
attention to a survey of area municipalities relative to items the Village is looking to delete, showing that
the majority of these towns, including Elmhurst and Lombard, have deleted the same electrical wiring
concepts.
Mr. Witt expressed concern about exposed conduits, saying that the Village is seeing more rooftop
installations where EMT conduits are degrading and rotting out, leaving conductors exposed, which could
potentially cause arc faults. He also mentioned Staff is looking at minimum service size for single-family
dwellings to make sure that each of the conductors and the service entry are all rated for 100 amps, as
well as is looking at issues to improve the grounding systems. He introduced Village Inspection Manager
Rich Czajkowski, a licensed electrician, who he said could answer questions.
BBA Member Clark asked if there is a limitation on the length of flexible metallic conduit (MC). Mr.
Czajkowski said the trade is trying to get away from entire houses being installed with MC – as well as
multi-family – as it’s not as versatile as EMT. He said the length is limited to 6 ft. Chairperson Bredfeldt
said that he likes the requirement for using screw terminals. Mr. Czajkowski spoke about a change in
arrays being good for firemen, and Chairperson Bredfeldt asked if arc fault circuit interrupters are
addressed, to which Mr. Czajkowski responded affirmatively, adding that arc faults are required 2017 in
all habitable spaces except bathrooms and garages, noting that each Code cycle has ramped up the
requirements. He added that the devices have become more reliable, and indicated there’s some leeway in
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application. Chairperson Bredfeldt observed that the industry is heading in a direction away from the old-
fashioned-type circuit breakers to ground fault- or arcing fault-style breakers for every circuit. Confirming
this, Mr. Czajkowski said that 2020 Code will feature a lot more GFCI. Mr. Witt said the Board could
consider pulling a snippet from the 2020 Code and amend it into the 2017 version. A discussion of panel
installation approaches ensued between Chairperson Bredfeldt and Mr. Czajkowski.
Member Clark, seconded by Member Beck, made a motion to hold over to the next meeting making any
recommendation relative to the Property Maintenance Code. The motion carried by voice vote.
Building and Zoning Official Witt said he expects there will be a grace period before new regulations
become effective.
Member Beck, seconded by Member Clark, made a motion to accept the proposed National Electric Code
modifications. The motion passed by voice vote.
Trustee’s Report
Trustee Liaison Kelley Kalinich had nothing to report.
Chairman’s Report
None.
Staff Report
Mr. Witt said that going forward the BBA might only review one book at a time, due to the substantial
number of sections and changes to remaining Codes. He said, however, the agenda for the next meeting,
tentatively scheduled for January 19, 2022, would likely be revisiting the Property Maintenance Code and
probably beginning review of the Residential Code.
Adjournment
Chairperson Bredfeldt adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m., following a voice vote on a motion that was
made by Member Tuscher and seconded by Member Beck.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Dutton-Thomas
Recording Secretary
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Agenda
Agenda
Village of Glen Ellyn
Building Board of Appeals Meeting
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
7:00 PM
Glen Ellyn Civic Center, Galligan Board Room
A. Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments (Non-agenda Items)
D. Approval of Draft Minutes
1) Minutes, Regular Meeting – 11/17/21
2) Transcript, Building Community Listening Session – 11/17/21
E. Old Business
1) Update on the Building Community Listening Session held on November 17, 2021
2) Feedback from Building Community
F. Review of codes regulating property maintenance and construction for potential
adoption:
2018 International Property Maintenance Code, with proposed amendments
2017 NFPA 70, National Electric Code, with proposed amendments
G. Trustee Report
H. Chairman’s Report
I. Staff Liaison’s Report
J. Next Meeting Dates
K. Adjournment
cc: Building Board of Appeals Members
Kelley Kalinich, Trustee Liaison
Staci Springer, Community Development Director
Emily Rodman, Assistant Village Manager
Kelly Purvis, Planning Manager
Atrin Fard, Planner
BBA Recording Secretary
Lori Gloude, Administrative Assistant II
Brian Baltudis, Facilities Manager
Dear Interested Citizens:
This note provides you with information regarding the process of amending the Village Code. Once public
comments, discussions and considerations have been completed, the Building Board of Appeals makes a
recommendation to the Village Board. The recommendation, along with the meeting minutes, summary
report and all related material, is then scheduled for consideration by the Village Board at one or two
meetings. The recommendation may first be considered by the Village Board at a workshop meeting, which
will be held on a Monday at 7:00 p.m. The recommendation may then be considered at a formal meeting of
the Village Board at 7:00 p.m., for a formal decision. To confirm exact dates for these Village Board meetings,
please call 630-547-5244. The Village Board meets in the Galligan Board Room on the third floor of the Civic
Center, 535 Duane Street.
Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend the hearing and who require certain accommodations in order
to allow them to observe and participate, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or
facilities, are requested to contact the Village at least 24 hours before the meeting.
Packet
Agenda
Village of Glen Ellyn
Building Board of Appeals Meeting
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
7:00 PM
Glen Ellyn Civic Center, Galligan Board Room
A. Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments (Non-agenda Items)
D. Approval of Draft Minutes
1) Minutes, Regular Meeting – 11/17/21
2) Transcript, Building Community Listening Session – 11/17/21
E. Old Business
1) Update on the Building Community Listening Session held on November 17, 2021
2) Feedback from Building Community
F. Review of codes regulating property maintenance and construction for potential
adoption:
2018 International Property Maintenance Code, with proposed amendments
2017 NFPA 70, National Electric Code, with proposed amendments
G. Trustee Report
H. Chairman’s Report
I. Staff Liaison’s Report
J. Next Meeting Dates
K. Adjournment
cc: Building Board of Appeals Members
Kelley Kalinich, Trustee Liaison
Staci Springer, Community Development Director
Emily Rodman, Assistant Village Manager
Kelly Purvis, Planning Manager
Atrin Fard, Planner
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BBA Recording Secretary
Lori Gloude, Administrative Assistant II
Brian Baltudis, Facilities Manager
Dear Interested Citizens:
This note provides you with information regarding the process of amending the Village Code. Once public
comments, discussions and considerations have been completed, the Building Board of Appeals makes a
recommendation to the Village Board. The recommendation, along with the meeting minutes, summary
report and all related material, is then scheduled for consideration by the Village Board at one or two
meetings. The recommendation may first be considered by the Village Board at a workshop meeting, which
will be held on a Monday at 7:00 p.m. The recommendation may then be considered at a formal meeting of
the Village Board at 7:00 p.m., for a formal decision. To confirm exact dates for these Village Board meetings,
please call 630-547-5244. The Village Board meets in the Galligan Board Room on the third floor of the Civic
Center, 535 Duane Street.
Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend the hearing and who require certain accommodations in order
to allow them to observe and participate, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or
facilities, are requested to contact the Village at least 24 hours before the meeting.
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Minutes
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1730
# 2021-1730)
Minutes, regular meeting - 11/17/21
Statement of the Issue:
Analysis:
Budget Impact:
Action Requested:
Attachments:
1. Draft Minutes From 111721
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Minutes
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1731
# 2021-1731)
Transcript, Building Community Listening Session - 11/17/21
Statement of the Issue:
Analysis:
Budget Impact:
Action Requested:
Attachments:
1. Transcript From 111721
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1732
# 2021-1732)
Update on the Building Community Listening Session held on
November 17, 2021
Statement of the Issue:
Not Applicable
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Budget Impact:
Not Applicable
Action Requested:
Not Applicable
Attachments:
1. Staff Memo re Building Community Listening Session Agenda Item - 12-15-21
2. 11-21 Building Community Listening Session Suggestion Chart
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1732
# 2021-1732)
Update on the Building Community Listening Session held on
November 17, 2021
Statement of the Issue:
Not Applicable
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Budget Impact:
Not Applicable
Action Requested:
Not Applicable
Attachments:
1. Staff Memo re Building Community Listening Session Agenda Item - 12-15-21
2. 11-21 Building Community Listening Session Suggestion Chart
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Chairman Bredfeldt and Members of the Building Board of Appeals
Kelley Kalinich, Trustee Liaison
FROM: Steve Witt, Building & Zoning Official
CC: Staci Springer, Community Development Director
DATE: December 10, 2021
RE: Building Community Listening Session
At the BBA meeting on November 17, 2021, we embarked on an 8th listening session with the
building community (previously called Builder’s Forums). We heard verbal comments, questions
and suggestions from local contractors, builders, and design professionals. The transcript of those
comments was included in your agenda packet for this evening.
Following the meeting, three of the attendees followed up with written correspondence. Another
met with staff to offer his suggestions. Staff has compiled the comments into the attached chart.
We are interested in seeking out any other comments that contractors would like to share for
inclusion in the chart. To that end, we have invited the Building Community to the BBA meeting
on December 15th.
At the meeting we will share copies of the chart and briefly review it. We can then take additional
comments from the audience. In our email invitation to the meeting, we requested that written
comments be submitted prior to Christmas. We are also happy to schedule individual meetings to
hear comments and concerns.
Staff will then begin to meet internally to discuss each issue, brainstorm solutions, and prepare
additional information and updates for presentation at future BBA meetings.
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Village of Glen Ellyn
Building Community Listening Session
Building Board of Appeals - November 2021
SUMMARY OF BUILDING COMMUNITY LISTENING SESSION FEEDBACK
Positive Comments on Services Provided by Community Development Department
1 The Department is much more organized than 20 years ago.
2 The new Permit Clerks are great.
3 The in-house building inspectors are great to work with.
4 Have so many good people that are part of the team.
5 Compliments to Springer, Purvis, Daubert, Moritz, Beck, Czajkowski, Wallace, Tisinai, Atkinson.
6 Appreciate that the Administrative Variation process that was added.
No. Individual Suggestions Follow-up Action Update/Status
Communication
1 Often find that contractors don’t get calls or email Community Development will meet to discuss this
notifications on the outcome of the inspection. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
Sometimes the inspection result is left with the
homeowner, but the contractor does not receive the
information. If the inspection report is left outside,
sometimes it blows away.
2 Should create a survey monkey for the permit Community Development will meet to discuss this
process to get regular feedback. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
Processing
3 Concerned with engineering reviews and Additional information on specific engineering issues
inspections being overly restrictive. would be needed in order to allow further evaluation.
Community Development staff will get together to
discuss the topic in general and provide an update at a
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future meeting.
4 With the Senior Civil Engineer leaving, there are Community Development will meet to discuss this
now consulting engineer costs added to the permit issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
which increases overall cost. The additional
engineering consultant costs are disproportionate to
the cost of the actual work.
5 Consider a day, or half day, where there is an open Community Development will meet to discuss this
table with a plan reviewer to look at plans and get issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
questions answered immediately.
6 Should create a map of the ‘informal flood-prone Community Development will meet to discuss this
areas’ or ‘local depressional areas’ where additional issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
engineering requirements are necessary and make it
available to the public.
7 A builder explained that the last two new homes Community Development will meet to discuss this
took 9 weeks and 13 weeks to permit and that is too issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
long.
8 Re-reviews should be handled in-house by staff Community Development will meet to discuss this
Plans Examiner. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
9 All the repeat standard comments should be added Community Development will meet to discuss this
to a single place where the applicant can accept and issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
sign off rather the Village sending review letters
asking for minor details to be added to plans. Too
much documentation is required. Why can’t the
Village rely on the expertise, certifications and
insurance of the licensed design professionals and
certified builders?
10 New homes and remodeling projects should be Community Development will meet to discuss this
treated differently. There should be more flexibility issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
in rehabilitation projects where contractors don’t
know what they are dealing with until they open up
the walls.
11 Four-hour inspection time windows are sometimes While the staff inspectors usually try to accommodate
difficult for contractors; particularly with pre-pour these inspections, Community Development staff will
inspections. meet to review this issue and provide an update at a
future meeting.
12 There was concern raised over submittal documents Community Development will meet to discuss this
getting lost. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
13 Plan reviewers should stop adding items after the Community Development will meet to discuss this
initial plan review. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
14 Glen Ellyn’s permit costs are higher than in other Community Development will meet to discuss this
towns. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
15 The building staff needs more leeway to make Community Development will meet to discuss this
decisions on minor issues. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
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16 All submittals should be completely electronic. Community Development will meet to discuss this
issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
Personnel/Consultants
17 Contractors are having difficulties with TPI In-house inspectors wish to do commercial
inspectors. It can be a different inspector every time. inspections and not be limited to residential
TPI inspectors are not consistent in code application inspections only. However, Community Development
and are not as customer-oriented as staff inspectors. will meet to further discuss this issue.
Would rather add staff inspectors than use TPI
inspectors. Would prefer in-house inspectors do all
residential inspections and TPI do all commercial
inspections.
18 Some TPI inspectors can’t/won’t give a time when Community Development will discuss this with TPI
the inspector will arrive. and provide an update at a future meeting.
19 TPI should have a time limitation of 10 days for Community Development will meet to discuss this
plan reviews and stick to it. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
20 The Village should hire a consultant to perform Community Development will meet to discuss this
stormwater reviews in 10 days. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
21 Building and Zoning Official takes a long time to Community Development will meet to discuss this
return emails and calls. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
22 The Building and Zoning Official and Stormwater Community Development will meet to discuss this
Engineer overreach their authority by telling issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
contractors how to design things.
23 The Village needs to review building inspector Community Development will meet to discuss this
workload. The availability of construction issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
inspections keeps getting pushed back further.
24 TPI uses a licensed plumber to review architectural Community Development will meet to discuss this
drawings. issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
Rules & Regulations
25 Why is inspection of the trench necessary prior to Community Development will meet to discuss this
framing? issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
26 Why is an ice and water shield inspection Community Development will meet to discuss this
necessary? Can we end this requirement? If it is issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
necessary, why can’t the contractor take and submit
photos?
27 If detached garages can be 3 feet from the property Community Development will evaluate the possibility
line, why can’t A/C units and pergolas? The new of a code amendment to review setbacks for A/C units
A/C units are so quiet now. and provide an update on this item at a future meeting.
28 Why can’t downspouts be tied into the storm sewer? Public Works has been allowing more connections to
the storm sewer where this is enough capacity in the
storm line. Community Development will meet to
discuss this issue and provide an update at a future
meeting.
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29 Why is a stamped, engineered drawing necessary for Community Development will meet to discuss this
retaining walls over three-feet high? Is it really issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
necessary? This is not required in all towns.
30 Plan reviewers should pick up the phone and call the Community Development will meet to discuss this
builder if there are questions rather than issue and provide an update at a future meeting.
immediately sending a letter out. So many issues
could be resolved by a phone call and the plan
reviewer adding some approval notes to the plan.
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Glen Ellyn Building Board of Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head:
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By:
AGENDA ITEM (ID # 2021- DOC ID: 2021-1733
1733)
Feedback from the Building Community
Statement of the Issue:
Analysis:
Budget Impact:
Action Requested:
Attachments:
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1734
# 2021-1734)
2018 International Property Maintenance Code, with proposed
amendments
Statement of the Issue:
Not Applicable
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Budget Impact:
Not Applicable
Action Requested:
Not Applicable
Attachments:
1. Building Codes Upgrade Staff Report - Meeting 2 - 12-15-21
2. Attachment IPMC-1 - Major Changes
3. Attachment IPMC-2 - Existing Amendments
4. Attachment IPMC-3 - Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
5. Attachment IPMC-4 - Proposed Amendments (Clean)
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1734
# 2021-1734)
2018 International Property Maintenance Code, with proposed
amendments
Statement of the Issue:
Not Applicable
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Budget Impact:
Not Applicable
Action Requested:
Not Applicable
Attachments:
1. Building Codes Upgrade Staff Report - Meeting 2 - 12-15-21
2. Attachment IPMC-1 - Major Changes
3. Attachment IPMC-2 - Existing Amendments
4. Attachment IPMC-3 - Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
5. Attachment IPMC-4 - Proposed Amendments (Clean)
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Chairman Bredfeldt and Members of the Building Board of Appeals
Kelley Kalinich, Trustee Liaison
FROM: Steve Witt, Building & Zoning Official
CC: Staci Springer, Community Development Director
DATE: December 10, 2021
RE: Building Codes Upgrade
BBA Meeting 12/15/21
The next items for the Building Board of Appeals to consider at the meeting to be held on December 15,
2021 include the review of the following codes which regulate property maintenance and electrical work
within the Village.
International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 (IPMC)
The 2009 edition of the IPMC is currently enforced within the Village
NFPA 70, National Electric Code, 2017 (NEC)
The 2011 edition of the NEC is currently enforced within the Village
A summary of the scope of each of the codes to be reviewed is below. We have prepared attachments
related to each of the codes which will assist us in walking through all the proposed amendments. At
the meeting, we will provide background for the reasoning behind each of the proposed amendments as
well as the proposed deletion or modification of existing amendments. The deletions noted on page one
of the proposed amendments to the NEC will prohibit certain wiring types from being used within the
Village. We performed a survey of several local communities to determine which, if any, of these wiring
types they may also currently restrict. Attachment NEC-6 provides the results of that survey. [SS1]
Specifically, the attachments to this memorandum include the following:
1. A summary indicating the major revisions to the each of the published code editions from our
currently adopted edition to the proposed edition. Please note that the IPMC has undergone
three new editions since 2009 and the NEC has gone through two. The summary includes the
major changes for each of the updates so we can understand the full scope of the changes since
the 2009 editions. The highlights on the summaries indicate what changes are deemed to have
the most impact on construction within the Village. We recommend concentrating on those
changes during any discussions.
2. A copy of the currently adopted amendments to the codes being reviewed that are already in
effect.
3. A “Redlined” version of the current amendments indicating the addition, deletions or
modification to the existing amendments that are proposed by staff for discussion and
consideration by the BBA.
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4. A “Clean” version of the combined existing and proposed amendments which eliminates the
struck-thorough verbiage contained in the Redlined version to make for easier reading and
reference.
5. Other attachments as deemed necessary to provide information for consideration by the BBA in
their deliberation on the proposed codes. For example, the deletions noted on page one of the
proposed amendments to the NEC will prohibit certain wiring types from being used within the
Village. We performed a survey of several local communities to determine which, if any, of these
wiring types they may also currently restrict. Attachment NEC-6 provides the results of that
survey.
If you would like to view the full versions of the proposed codes, both the International Code Council
and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provide free online access. The International
Property Maintenance Code can be viewed on the International Code Council’s website through the
following URL:
https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IPMC2018/preface
The NFPA 70, National Electric Code can be viewed on the NFPA’s website through the following URL
and clicking on the “Free Access” link:
https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-
standards/detail?code=70
At the meeting, we will provide background for the reasoning behind each of the proposed amendments
as well as the proposed deletion or modification of existing amendments. If we are unable to finish
reviewing either off the codes, we can continue them to a future meeting.
The next meeting of the BBA is tentatively scheduled for January 19 th, the third Wednesday of January
2022.
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Scope of Codes:
International Property Maintenance Code, 2018
The International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) is a model code that regulates the minimum
maintenance requirements for existing buildings. It establishes the minimum maintenance standards for
basic equipment, light, ventilation, heating, sanitation and fire safety for all existing residential and
nonresidential structures and all existing premises. Responsibility is fixed among owners, operators, and
occupants for code compliance. The IPMC provides for the regulation and safe use of existing structures
in the interest of the social and economic welfare of the community.
The following is a chapter-by-chapter synopsis of the scope and intent of the provisions of the
International Property Maintenance Code as repeated, though not verbatim, from the preface of the 2018
IPMC.
Chapter 1 Scope and Administration. This chapter contains provisions for the application,
enforcement and administration of subsequent requirements of the code. In addition to establishing
the scope of the code, Chapter 1 identifies which buildings and structures come under its purview.
Chapter 1 is largely concerned with maintaining “due process of law” in enforcing the
property maintenance criteria contained in the body of the code.
Chapter 2 Definitions. All terms that are defined in the code are listed alphabetically in Chapter
2. While a defined term may be used in one chapter or another, the meaning provided in Chapter 2
is applicable throughout the code.
Chapter 3 General Requirements. Chapter 3, “General Requirements,” is broad in scope. It
includes a variety of requirements for the exterior property areas as well as the interior and exterior
elements of the structure. This chapter provides requirements that are intended to maintain a minimum
level of safety and sanitation for both the general public and the occupants of a structure, and to
maintain a building’s structural and weather-resistance performance. Chapter 3 provides specific criteria
for regulating the installation and maintenance of specific building components; maintenance
requirements for vacant structures and land; requirements regulating the safety, sanitation and
appearance of the interior and exterior of structures and all exterior property areas; accessory structures;
vehicle storage regulations and establishes who is responsible for complying with the chapter’s
provisions. This chapter also contains the requirements for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs and the
requirements for protective barriers and gates in these barriers. Chapter 3 establishes the responsible
parties for exterminating insects and rodents and maintaining sanitary conditions in all types of
occupancies.
Chapter 4 Light, Ventilation and Occupancy Limitations. The purposes of Chapter 4 are
to establish the minimum environment for occupiable and habitable buildings, by establishing the
minimum criteria for light and ventilation and identifying occupancy limitations including minimum
room width and area, minimum ceiling height and restrictions to prevent overcrowding. This chapter
also provides for alternative arrangements of windows and other devices to comply with the
requirements for light and ventilation and prohibits certain room arrangements and occupancy uses.
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Witt commentary: The addition of occupancy limitation requirements for dwelling units to the 2018 edition
of the code is perhaps the most significant change from previous editions. Many municipalities have previously
struggled with the concern of overcrowding unless they wrote their own code to regulate the number of persons allowed
to occupy dwelling units. The occupancy limitation provisions will provide a uniform approach to addressing
occupancy loads across communities that have adopted the IPMC.
Chapter 5 Plumbing Facilities and Fixture Requirements. Chapter 5 establishes the minimum
criteria for the installation, maintenance and location of plumbing systems and facilities, including the
water supply system, water heating appliances, sewage disposal system and related plumbing fixtures.
Sanitary and clean conditions in occupied buildings are dependent upon certain basic plumbing
principles, including providing potable water to a building, providing the basic fixtures to effectively
utilize that water, and properly removing waste from the building. Chapter 5 establishes the minimum
criteria to verify that these principles are maintained throughout the life of a building.
Chapter 6 Mechanical and Electrical Requirements. Chapter 6 establishes minimum criteria for the
installation and maintenance of the following: heating and air-conditioning equipment, appliances and
their supporting systems; water heating equipment, appliances and systems; cooking equipment and
appliances; ventilation and exhaust equipment; gas and liquid fuel distribution piping and components;
fireplaces and solid fuel-burning appliances; chimneys and vents; electrical services; lighting fixtures;
electrical receptacle outlets; electrical distribution system equipment, devices and wiring; and elevators,
escalators and dumbwaiters.
Chapter 7 Fire Safety Requirements. The purpose of Chapter 7 is to address those fire hazards
that arise as the result of a building’s occupancy. It also provides minimum requirements for fire
safety issues that are most likely to arise in older buildings. This chapter contains requirements for means
of egress in existing buildings, including path of travel, required egress width, means of egress doors and
emergency escape openings. Chapter 7 establishes the minimum requirements for fire safety facilities and
fire protection systems, as these are essential fire safety systems.
Chapter 8 Referenced Standards. The code contains numerous references to standards that
are used to regulate materials and methods of construction. Chapter 8 contains a comprehensive
list of all standards that are referenced in the code. The standards are part of the code to the extent
of the reference to the standard. Compliance with the referenced standard is necessary for compliance
with this code.
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NFPA 70, National Electric Code, 2017
The following is a summary of the scope and intent of the provisions of the NFPA 70, National Electric
Code (NEC) as repeated, though not verbatim, from the published code.
90.1 Purpose.
(A) Practical Safeguarding. The purpose of the code is the practical safeguarding of persons and
property from hazards arising from the use of electricity. The code is not intended as a design
specification or an instruction manual for untrained persons.
(B) Adequacy. The code contains provisions that are considered necessary for safety. Compliance
therewith and proper maintenance result in an installation that is essentially free from hazard but not
necessarily efficient, convenient, or adequate for good service or future expansion of electrical use.
Informational Note: Hazards often occur because of overloading of wiring systems by methods or usage
not in conformity with the code. This occurs because initial wiring did not provide for increases in the
use of electricity. An initial adequate installation and reasonable provisions for system changes provide
for future increases in the use of electricity.
90.2 Scope.
(A) Covered. The code covers the installation and removal of electrical conductors, equipment, and
raceways; signaling and communications conductors, equipment, and raceways; and optical fiber cables
and raceways for the following:
(1) Public and private premises, including buildings, structures, mobile homes, recreational
vehicles, and floating buildings
(2) Yards, lots, parking lots, carnivals, and industrial substations
(3) Installations of conductors and equipment that connect to the supply of electricity
(4) Installations used by the electric utility, such as office buildings, warehouses, garages, machine
shops, and recreational buildings, that are not an integral part of a generating plant, substation, or
control center
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Recommendation:
We recommend that the Building Board of Appeals approve a motion to adopt the following codes as
may be amended through discussion at the December 15 meeting.
International Property Maintenance Code, 2018
NFPA 70, National Electric Code, 2017
Att: Attachment IPMC-1: Major changes to the International Property Maintenance Code,
2012, 2015 and 2018 Editions
Attachment IPMC-2: Property Maintenance Code – Existing Amendments
Attachment IPMC-3: Property Maintenance Code – Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
Attachment IPMC-4: Property Maintenance Code – Proposed Amendments (Clean)
Attachment NEC-1: Major Changes from the 2011 to 2014
NFPA 70, National Electric Code
Attachment NEC-2: Major Changes from the 2014 to 2017
NFPA 70, National Electric Code
Attachment NEC-3: NFPA 70, National Electric Code – Existing Amendments
Attachment NEC-4: NFPA 70, National Electric Code – Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
Attachment NEC-5: NFPA 70, National Electric Code – Proposed Amendments (Clean)
Attachment NEC-6: NFPA 70, National Electric Code – Local Communities Survey
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Attachment IPMC-1
Major changes to the International Property Maintenance Code
2012, 2015 and 2018 Editions
The following is an overview of major changes that have occurred in the International Code Council’s
International Property Maintenance Code 2012, 2015 and 2018 editions. The information provided
comes from a variety of sources, including:
International Property Maintenance Code 2012, 2015 and 2018 editions. Additions and deletions
of code sections within each publication are identified in the margin adjacent to or between
code sections.
Significant Changes to the International Property Maintenance Code 2012 and 2018 Edition.
International Code Council seminars on International Property Maintenance Code updates.
Evaluations performed by other municipalities if available.
Items determined to have greater impact on the maintenance of existing buildings and properties within
the Village are highlighted in yellow.
2012, 2015 and 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
Code Amendment: Description 2018 Code Section
Year New, Change
or Addition
2012 Modification 102.3, 201.3, provides further provisions for repairs, 102.3, 201.3
additions, or alterations to the structure as well as
changes of occupancy; including: International Energy
Conservation Code, International Fire Code,
International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical
Code, International Residential Code, International
Plumbing Code and NFPA 70.
2012 Addition 304.19 Gates, provides the opportunity to enforce the 304.19
condition of gates.
2012 Modification 404.4.1, 404.5 Overcrowding, provides formula for the 404.4.1, 404.5
proper amount of people per square foot.
2012 Modification 404.5.1 Sleeping Area, and 404.5.2 Combined spaces, 404.5.1, 404.5.2
provides descriptions for the use of size when
determining occupancy load.
2012 Modification 404.6 Efficiency Unit, provides further details for size 404.6
compared to occupancy.
2012 Modification 506.3 Grease interceptors, provides enforcement for 506.3
proper maintenance of these devices.
2012 Modification 602.2 Residential Occupancies, provides guidelines 602.2
prohibiting the use of fuel burning space heaters and
exceptions to the section.
2012 Modification 605.2 Receptacles, provides that each receptacle must 605.2
have the appropriate faceplate cover for the location.
2012 Modification 605.3 Luminaires, provides additional detail requiring a 605.3
ground to pool or spa luminaries over 15 V.
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2012 Modification 605.4 Wiring, provides addition details on wiring 605.4
luminaries.
2015 Updating 102.3, 201.3, provides further provisions to repairs, 102.3, 201.3
additions or alterations to the structure as well as
changes of occupancy; including: International Existing
Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code.
2015 Providing 102.7, when enforcement of a code provision would 102.7
exceptions violate the conditions of the listing of the equipment or
appliance, the conditions of the listing shall apply.
2015 Addition 102.7.1 Conflicts, provides resolution to allow the 102.7.1
provisions of this code to apply
2015 Addition 102.7.2 Provisions in referenced codes and standards, 102.7.2
provides that the provisions of the IPMC takes
precedence over provisions in referenced code.
2015 Addition Addition of “civil or criminally liable personally” to 103.4
Section 103.4 Liability, providing further legal coverage
for employee(s) who are acting for the jurisdiction, in
good faith and without malice in the discharge of the
duties required by this code or other pertinent law or
ordinance.
2015 Addition 105.2, requires the code official to provide reasons in 105.2
writing when an alternative is not approved.
2015 Addition Adding “owners authorized agent” to Sections 107.2, 107.2, 107.6,
107.6, 108.2, 108.2.1, 108.3, 108.6, 109.5, 110.1, 110.3, 108.2, 108.2.1,
112.2, allows city officials to place responsibility on 108.6, 109.5,
property managers or business representatives as well 110.1, 110.3, 112.2
as the property owner.
2015 Addition Chapter 2. Definitions: Chapter 2
Cost of Demolition defined
Emergency Repair defined.
Historical-Buildings requirements defined.
Infestation, the term rodent was added.
2015 Addition 304.15 Doors. “Operator systems if provided” (allows 304.15
code officials to enforce the mechanics of a handicap
door to remain operable for example).
2015 Addition 704.1.2 Fire Department Connection, provides 704.5
requirements for a sign indicating the location of the
fire department connection when the connection is not
visible to approaching fire apparatus.
2018 Modified Chapter 2. Definitions: Chapter 2
Labeled, remove the word inspection.
Public Way, to include or other parcel of land that is
open to the outside air; leads to street; and has a
clear width of no less than 10 feet.
Structure: deleted “or a portion there of”.
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2018 New 505.5 Non-Potable water reuse systems, shall be 505.5
maintained.
2018 New 505.5.1 Abandonment of systems. Where a nonpotable 505.5.1
water reuse system or rainwater collection and
distribution system is not maintained, it shall be
abandoned.
2018 Addition 603.1 Mechanical appliances became Mechanical 603.1
equipment and appliances.
2018 Addition Imported requirements from the International Fire
Code including: Section 703 Fire Resistance Ratings.
703.1 Fire resistive rated assemblies
703.2 Unsafe conditions
703.3 Maintenance
703.3.1 Fire blocking and draft stopping
703.3.2 Smoke barriers and smoke partitions
703.3.3 Fire walls, fire barriers, and fire partitions
703.4 Opening protectives
703.4.1 Signs
703.4.2 Hold open devices and closers
703.4.3 Door operation
703.5 Ceilings
703.6 Testing
703.7 Vertical shafts
703.8 Opening protective closures
Imported requirements from the International Fire
Code
Section 704 Fire Protection Systems. IFC 901.6
704.1 Inspection, testing and maintenance IFC 901.4
704.1.1 Installation IFC 901.4.1
704.1.2 Required fire protection system
704.1.3 Fire protection systems
IFC 901.6, 901.6.1
704.2 Standards (for inspecting, testing, and
and 901.6.2
maintaining fire protection systems)
704.2.1 Records IFC 901.6.3
704.2.2 Records and information IFC 901.6.3.1.
704.3 System out of service IFC 907.1
704.3.1 Emergency impairments IFC 901.7.5
704.4.1 Removal of or tampering with appurtenance IFC 901.8.1
704.4.2 Removal of occupant use hose lines IFC 901.8.2
704.4.3 Termination of monitoring services IFC 901.9
704.5 Fire department connection IFC 903.3.7
704.5.1 Fire department connection access IFC 912.2
704.5.2 Clear space around connections IFC 912.4
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Attachment IPMC-2
Property Maintenance Code – Existing Amendments
4-1-12. - Adoption of Property Maintenance Code.
(A) The 2009 ICC International Property Maintenance Code is adopted by reference as the standards and
regulations for the maintenance and occupancy of all existing property, buildings and structures as
this Code is intended, recommended, maintained and published by the International Code Council
except such portions thereof that are deleted, modified, or amended in this chapter. At least one copy
of the ICC 2009 International Property Maintenance Code shall be maintained on file in the office of
the Village Clerk for inspection and copying as a public record.
(B) The provisions of the 2009 ICC International Property Maintenance Code are hereby deleted, modified
and amended as follows:
1. Amend section 101.1 to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the International Property Maintenance Code
of the Village of Glen Ellyn, hereinafter referred to as "this Code".
2. Amend section 102.3 to read as follows:
102.3 Application of Other Codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of
occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the building and
fire codes as adopted and amended by the Village of Glen Ellyn and nothing in this Code shall
be constructed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of the Illinois Code for safety to life
from fire in buildings and structures (Life Safety Code), the Illinois Plumbing Code, the Illinois
accessibility code, the Illinois energy conservation code or any other applicable rules or
regulations established by the State of Illinois.
3. Amend section 102.7 to read as follows:
102.7 Referenced Codes And Standards.
Exception: Wherever reference to the international Plumbing Code is made, substitute the
Plumbing Code, department of public health, State of Illinois.
Exception: Wherever reference to the international Zoning Code is made, substitute the Zoning
Code, title 10 of the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
Exception: All reference to the international existing Building Code shall be deleted.
Exception: Wherever differences occur between provisions of this Code and the 2009 NFPA
101 Life Safety Code the most restrictive provisions shall apply.
4. Delete section 103.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
103.1 General. Where referenced in this Code, the department of property maintenance shall
be the planning and development department of the Village of Glen Ellyn and the Code Official
shall be the Building and Zoning Official of the Village of Glen Ellyn.
5. Delete section 103.5 in its entirety.
6. Add new section 104.3.1 to read as follows:
104.3.1 Search Warrant. If the Code Official is refused entry after a reasonable attempt to
obtain consent to enter the premises to make an inspection, the Code Official may seek in the
circuit court of DuPage County a search warrant. An owner, occupant or other person in charge
of a dwelling, structure or property subject to the provisions of this Code, who is presented with
a search warrant obtained pursuant to this section, shall not refuse, impede, inhibit, interfere
with, restrict or obstruct entry and free access to any part of the structure or premises where an
inspection authorized by search warrant is sought to be made.
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Attachment IPMC-2
Property Maintenance Code – Existing Amendments
7. Delete section 106.4 in its entirety and substitute the following:
106.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this Code shall, upon
conviction thereof, be subject to a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than $750.00 unless a
fine for the violation of this Code is listed in the Glen Ellyn Village Code then the more stringent
shall apply. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be
deemed a separate offense.
8. Add new section 108.2.2 to read as follows:
108.2.2 Closing Safeguards. Vacant structures that are ordered to be closed and secured shall
have all doors, windows and openings completely covered and securely fastened with solid
weather resistant material to temporarily prevent access to the premises. The covering material
shall match or be painted to match the general color of the structure.
9. Amend section 109.5 to read as follows:
109.5 Cost Of Emergency Repairs And Temporary Safeguards. Costs incurred in the
performance of emergency work and temporary safeguards shall be paid by the jurisdiction. The
legal counsel of the jurisdiction shall institute appropriate action against the owner of the
premises where the unsafe structure or condition is or was located for the recovery of such
costs.
10. Delete section 111.2 in its entirety.
11. Delete section 111.3 in its entirety.
12. Delete section 111.4 in its entirety.
13. Delete section 111.5 in its entirety.
14. Delete section 111.6 in its entirety.
15. Delete section 111.7 in its entirety.
16. Amend section 112.4 to read as follows:
112.4 Failure To Comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served
with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a
violation or unsafe condition, shall be liable to a fine of not less than $50.00 dollars or more than
$750.00 dollars. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be
deemed a separate offense.
17. Amend section 202 to insert the following definition:
Code Official. The official, or a duly authorized representative, who is charged with the
administration and enforcement of this Code, under the direction and approval of the director of
planning & development or the Village Manager.
18. Amend section 302.2 to read as follows:
302.2 Grading And Drainage. All premises shall be graded and suitable vegetation or ground
cover shall be established and maintained to prevent the erosion of soil by water or wind action
and to prevent the accumulation of stagnant water thereon, or within any structure located
thereon.
19. Delete section 302.4 in its entirety and substitute the following:
302.4 Weeds. The control of weeds shall be in accordance with title 7 health and sanitation,
chapter 12 weeds, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
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Attachment IPMC-2
Property Maintenance Code – Existing Amendments
20. Delete section 302.8 in its entirety and substitute the following:
302.8 Motor Vehicles. The control of abandoned vehicles shall be in accordance with title 7
health and sanitation, chapter 8 abandoned vehicles, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
21. Amend section 302.9 to insert the following:
302.9 Defacement Of Property. The removal of graffiti shall be in accordance with title 7 health
and sanitation, chapter 2 nuisances, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
22. Add new section 302.10 to read as follows:
302.10 Corner Lot Landscaping. All landscaping on corner lots within the visibility triangle shall
be maintained in accordance with subsection 10-5-5(B)2 in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
23. Add new section 302.11 to read as follows:
302.11 Composting. Yard waste materials from the premises and adjoining parkway may be
placed in a compost pile or container(s) intended for composting use. The placement of
materials other than grass, vegetation or leaves in a compost pile or container(s) which attracts
animals or vermin or which causes an obnoxious odor is prohibited. One compost pile or
container(s) shall be permitted on a zoning lot and shall not exceed .5% of the lot area and a
maximum height of 4 feet. A compost pile or container(s) is only permitted in the rear yard and
set back a minimum distance of 5% of the lot width, but not less than 3 feet, from any property
line and not less than 30 feet from any adjacent residential dwelling and shall not be placed in a
utility or storm water easement or in any location that obstructs the natural flow of storm water
runoff.
24. Add new section 302.12 to read as follows:
302.12 Outdoor Storage. Outdoor storage of materials and equipment is prohibited except
where specifically permitted in a zoning district, or in Zoning Code section 10-5-6, or where
granted by ordinance as a special use. Material and equipment prohibited from being stored
outdoors includes rubbish and garbage, construction and building materials, ice melting salt, soil
or land fill material, brush and limbs, logs and firewood, snow removal equipment, landscaping
equipment, construction equipment, furnishings and fixtures intended for use within a building
and similar items. The following items are permitted to be stored outdoors when located in the
rear yard and set back a minimum distance of 10% of the lot width, but not less than 6.5 feet,
from any property line; rubbish and garbage in approved refuse containers, firewood not to
exceed two face cords, outdoor cooking equipment, recreational equipment, and construction
equipment and materials required for a current construction project.
25. Add new section 302.13 to read as follows:
302.13 Holiday Decorations. Holiday displays, lights, signs and temporary decorative items may
be displayed for not more than 60 days. They may be displayed no sooner than 45 days prior to
the holiday and must be removed no later than 60 days after the holiday. All displays that
include electrical fixtures and equipment shall be installed in compliance with all requirements
for temporary power and lighting in accordance with title 4 building regulations, chapter 2
Electrical Code, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
26. Add new section 304.3.1 to read as follows:
304.3.1 Unit Identification. Every dwelling unit and every commercial business unit that shares a
common entrance door in a building with another unit shall be provided with a room, apartment,
suite or other identification number. Identification numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet
letters with a minimum height of 2 inches and a minimum stroke width of .25 inches in a
contrasting color with their background and shall be installed and maintained on or adjacent to
the entrance door of the unit at a height not less than 5 feet or more than 6 feet above the floor.
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Attachment IPMC-2
Property Maintenance Code – Existing Amendments
27. Amend section 304.7 to read as follows:
304.7 Roofs And Drainage. Roof rain water, ground water or water within sump pits, pools, spas
or other containers shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance or
increases or concentrates the natural water runoff flow causing soil erosion, or the accumulation
of water, soil or debris, or a hazardous condition or damage on or to adjacent public or private
property. Accumulated surface water on a property may be discharged to the public storm
sewer in the street or other location with the prior approval of the director of public works.
28. Amend section 304.13 to read as follows:
304.13 Window, Skylight And Door Frames. No temporary repair of a broken or damaged
window, skylight or door shall remain in place for more than 30 days unless an extension has
been granted by the Code Official.
29. Amend section 304.14 to insert the following dates where indicated: April 1st to November 1st.
30. Delete section 305.1.1 in its entirety.
31. Delete section 305.2 in its entirety.
32. Delete section 305.3 in its entirety.
33. Delete section 305.4 in its entirety.
34. Delete section 305.5 in its entirety.
35. Delete section 305.6 in its entirety.
36. Delete section 308.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
308.1 Accumulation Of Rubbish And Garbage. The control of rubbish and garbage shall be in
accordance with title 7 health and sanitation, chapter 6 solid waste collection and disposal, in
the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
37. Delete section 308.2 in its entirety.
38. Delete section 308.3 in its entirety.
39. Delete section 602.3 in its entirety and substitute the following:
602.3 Heat Supply. Heating requirements shall be in accordance with title 4 building regulations,
chapter 1 Building Code, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
40. Amend section 602.4 to insert the following dates where indicated: October 1st to May 15th.
41. Delete section 606.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
606.1 General. Elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and lifts shall be maintained in compliance
with the Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1-2007/CSA B44-07),
Performance Based Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1-2007/CSA B44.7-
07), Guide for the Inspection of Elevators, Escalators and Moving Walks (ASME A17.2-2007),
Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.3-2005), Safety Standard for
Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts (ASME A18.1-2005) and Standard for the Qualification of
Elevator Inspectors (ASME QEI-1-2007) in accordance with the Elevator Safety Act (225 ILCS
312/) and the Administrative Code, title 41, chapter II, part 1000, administered by the Village of
Glen Ellyn under a municipality program agreement with the Office of the Illinois Fire Marshal,
State of Illinois.
42. Delete section 701.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
701.1 General. All existing buildings, structures and premises shall be maintained in compliance
with Illinois Code for safety to life from fire in buildings and structures, known as the 2009 NFPA
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101 Life Safety Code current edition in accordance with the Fire Investigation Act (425 ILCS
25/) and the Administrative Code, title 41, chapter I, part 100, administered by the Office of the
Illinois Fire Marshal, State of Illinois.
43. Delete section 702 in its entirety.
44. Delete section 703 in its entirety.
45. Delete section 704 in its entirety.
(Ord. 5882, 8-23-2010, eff. 10-1-2010)
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Chapter 2 - ELECTRICAL CODE
4-2-1. - Short title.
This chapter shall be known as and may be called the Electrical Code of Glen Ellyn.
(Ord. 3130, 8-26-1985, eff. 10-1-1985)
4-2-2. - Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to:
(A) Establish regulations for the installation, alteration and use of all electrical equipment
within the Village;
(B) Adopt the provisions of the 20172011 National Electrical Code as the basic regulations
for the installation, alteration, and use of electrical equipment within the Village; and
(C) Establish certain regulations in addition to those contained in the 20172011 National
Electrical Code.
(Ord. 3130, 8-26-1985, eff. 10-1-1985; Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
4-2-3. - Administration and enforcement.
The Electrical Code shall be administered and enforced in accordance with chapter 1, "Building
Code", of this Title and in accordance with the provisions of the ICC International Building Code
and the ICC International Residential Code, chapter 1, part 2 as adopted and amended by the
Village of Glen Ellyn, and as follows:
(A) Permit documents: The documents required to be submitted with the building permit
application for electrical work on commercial projects shall include, but not be limited
to, the following:
1. A layout and riser diagram and specifications of the complete electrical system from
the utility provider source to all new and existing transformers, meters, switchgear,
and distribution panels; and
2. A panel load schedule for each new and existing altered distribution panel that
identifies the electrical devices, the calculated load, and the overcurrent protection
for each circuit, and the total calculated load and the overcurrent protection device
for each panel; and
3. A floor plan diagram indicating and specifying new conduit and conductors run to
each electrical outlet, fixturefixture, or device.
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(B) Electrical inspection: The electrical inspections required to be completed and
approved for all new or existing altered electrical systems and equipment shall include,
but not be limited to, the following:
1. When underground electrical work is completed and before it is concealed by
backfill, or beneath or within a concrete slab on grade; and
2. When the permanent electrical service to the building or structure has been
completed and before an electrical system is energized by the utility provider; and
3. When all framework has been erected, and all electrical and mechanical work has
been roughed in place, and before any insulation has been installed, and before any
wall or ceiling coverings have been placed over the framework or electrical
components; and
4. When all electrical work has been completed and prior to occupancy in new spaces
and prior to utilization of new or altered electrical systems in existing buildings and
structures.
(Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
4-2-4. - Adoption of the National Electrical Code.
The 20172011 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code is adopted by reference as the standards and
regulations for governing the design, installation, alteration, and use of electrical systems and
equipment, as this Code is intended, recommended, maintainedmaintained, and published by
the National Fire Protection Association except such portions thereof as are deleted, modified,
or amended in this chapter. At least one copy of the 20172011 NFPA National Electrical Code
shall be maintained on file in the office of the Village Clerk for inspection and copying as a
public record.
(A) (A) The provisions of the 20172011 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are hereby
deleted, modified, and amended as follows:
1. The following articles of the 2017 NFPA 70 National Electric Code are hereby deleted
in their entirety. Any electrical systems, devices or methods described in these
sections are not permitted.
a. ARTICLE 320 Armored Cable: Type AC
b. ARTICLE 322 Flat Cable Assemblies: Type FC
c. ARTICLE 324 Flat Conductor Cable: Type FCC
d. ARTICLE 326 Integrated Gas Spacer Cables: Type IGS
e. ARTCILE 328 Medium Voltage Cable: Type MV
f. ARTICLE 334 Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable: Types NM, NMC, and NMS
g. ARTICLE 338 Service Entrance Cable: Types SE and USE
h. ARTICLE 340 Underground Feeder and Branch-Circuit Cable: Type UF
i. ARTICLE 356 Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit: Type LFNC
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j. ARTICLE 362 Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing: Type ENT
k. ARTICLE 378 Nonmetallic Wireways
l. ARTICLE 388 Surface nonmetallic Raceways
m. ARTICLE 394 Concealed Knob-and-Tube Wiring
n. ARTICLE 398 Open Wiring on Insulators
2. Add new section 110.14 (E) to read as follows:
110.14 (E) Branch Circuit Conductors.
(1) All branch circuit conductors shall be connected to receptacles and switches by
means of the screw terminal(s) that are so designed and/or manufactured with
the said device. The insertion and/or installation of any conductor into the
screwless terminals of any electrical device shall not be an accepted method of
connection.
(2) The continuity of any branch circuit conductor and/or to include any identified
grounded neutral conductor shall not depend upon any device connections,
such as receptacles, where the removal of such devices would interrupt the
continuity.
3. Add new paragraph 210.8 (A) (11) to read as follows:
(11) Sump Pumps - ground Fault Circuit protection shall not be required in single
family dwelling units for sump pumps. (Unless specifically required by the
manufacturer.)
a. A separate 20 amp dedicated simplex type receptacle shall be provided
for each pump.
4. Amend paragraph 210.52 (C) to read as follows:
(C) Dwelling Unit Receptacle Outlets. In kitchens and dining areas of dwelling
units, a receptacle outlet shall be installed at each counter space 12 inches
or wider (300 mm). Receptacles shall be installed so that no point along the
wall line is more than 24 inches (600 mm), measured horizontally from a
receptacle outlet in that space. Island counter tops 12 inches (300 mm) or
wider shall have at least one receptacle for each four (4) feet (1.22 m) of
countertop length. Countertop spaces separated by range tops,
refrigerators, or sinks shall be considered as separate countertop spaces.
Receptacles rendered inaccessible by appliances fastened in place or
appliances occupying dedicated space shall not be considered as these
required outlets.
Island/peninsula countertops shall have one receptacle per the island
lengths and configurations listed below.
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a. 48 inches or less = 1 receptacle
b. 49 inches to 96 inches = 2 receptacles
c. 97 inches to 120 inches = 3 receptacles
Exception: To comply with the following conditions (1) and (2), receptacle
outlets shall be permitted to be mounted not more than 300 mm (12 in.) below
the countertop or work surface. Receptacles mounted below a countertop or
work surface in accordance with this exception shall not be located where the
countertop or work surface extends more than 150 mm (6 in.) beyond its
support base.
(1) Construction for the physically impaired.
(2) On island and peninsular countertops or work surface where the
surface is flat across its entire surface (no backsplashes, dividers, etc.)
and there are no means to mount a receptacle within 500 mm (20 in.)
above the countertop or work surface, such as an overhead cabinet.
5. Retitle FIGURE 210.52(C)(1) to read FIGURE 210.52 (C).
6. Add new paragraph 210.70 (A) (2) (5) to read as follows:
(5) Ground Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel Above Bathtubs or
Showers. All lighting outlets located above bathtubs or showers shall be
protected by ground fault circuit-interrupter protection.
7. Add new paragraph 210.70(A) (4), to read as follows:
(4) Illumination in Basement Areas: Provide illumination in basement areas as
follows:
(A) Panelboards that are installed in basement areas shall have a minimum
of one lighting fixture installed within three feet (3') of the panelboard
cover.
(B) A minimum of one lighting fixture shall be installed within four feet (4')
of the serviceable area of the furnace and/or heating system that is
installed in the basement area.
8. Add new paragraph to section 210.70 (A) (5), to read as follows:
(5) Three-Way and Four-Way Switch Locations. All rooms with more than one
entrance and/or exit to said room(s), shall have lighting fixtures, and/or a
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wall-mounted receptacle that is installed for general lighting purposes
controlled by a three-way and/or four-way switching arrangement.
9. Add new paragraph 230.23 (D) to read as follows:
(D) Minimum Service Size Single Family Dwelling. All services to single family
dwellings exceeding 5,000 square feet of occupiable area shall be required to
have a 400-ampere single phase service.
Exception: Garages shall not be included in the gross area calculations of the
electrical demand.
10. Add new section 230.34 to read as follows:
230.34 Underground electric service shall be provided as follows:
(a) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve a new building
and structure and any existing overhead service lines shall be removed.
(b) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when an addition is constructed that increases the floor
area of the existing building or structure by more than 150% and any existing
overhead service lines shall be removed.
(c) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when more than 50% of the existing exterior wall and roof
area is structurally altered and any existing overhead service lines shall be
removed.
Exception: The Village Board may waive this requirement provided the
applicant pays a fee to cover the cost of future placement of the wires
underground in a comprehensive manner by the Village. The fee shall be
based on an itemized cost estimate prepared by the applicant and
approved by the Village Engineer and shall be paid prior to any permits
being issued.
11.1. Add new paragraphsection 230.70(A)(4) to read as follows:
(4) Service entrance conductors: Service entrance conductors within a building
shall not exceed five feet (5') without an exterior over current protection
device.
12. Add new section 230.73 Shunt Trip – Service Equipment – Disconnecting Means, to
read as follows:
Shunt Trip: For a new commercial or industrial building, or main electrical service
upgrade of said buildings, with a service size of 800 amperes or greater, a shunt
trip may be required and installed in a location per direction of the Fire Prevention
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Bureau. If there is an entrance door within five feet (5’) of the main distribution
panel, a shunt will not be required.
13. Delete paragraph 230.79 (C) in its entirety and substitute the following:
(C) One-Family Dwellings.
(A) The minimum overhead service capacity approved for a single-phase
dwelling service shall be a 3-wire, grounded neutral, service rated one
hundred (100) amperes, one hundred twenty (120) to two hundred forty
(240) volts. Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than
one hundred (100) amperes for all conductors.
(B) The minimum underground service capacity shall be 200 amperes.
Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than two hundred
(200) amperes for all conductors.
14. Amend paragraph 250.64 (A) to read as follows:
(A) Grounding Electrode Conductors. Only Copper Grounding and Bonding
Conductors shall be permitted.
15. Amend paragraph 250.64 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Securing and Protection from Physical Damage. A grounding electrode
conductor or its enclosure shall be securely fastened to the surface on which
it is carried. All grounding electrode conductors shall be in an approved
raceway. The following raceways shall be approved: rigid metal conduit RMC,
intermediate metal conduit IMC, or electrical metallic tubing EMT.
Grounding electrode conductors in raceways shall be permitted to be
installed on or through framing members.
16. Add new section 250.87 as follows:
250.87 Conduit Installed Underground or Under Concrete Slabs. All underground
conduit systems, such as rigid heavy wall galvanized steel conduit RMC,
intermediate metallic conduit IMC, or PVC conduit, shall have an insulated
grounding conductor installed in each conduit system.
Exception: Service entrance conduit(s) from a utility company transformer to
a metering section or metering device is not required to have a grounding
conductor installed in the conduit system(s).
17. Add the following paragraphs to section 300.18:
(C) Electrical Conduit at Rooftops: All conduit systems that are installed on roofs
shall be rigid heavy wall galvanized steel conduit RMC or intermediate
metallic conduit IMC and supported at intervals not to exceed seven feet (7').
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(D) Abandoned Materials: All abandoned or unused rooftop electrical
equipment, conduits, circuitry, fittings and/or devices shall be removed and
disposed of properly.
18. Add new paragraph 310.1 (A) to read as follows:
(A) Type of Conductor Materials Allowed. Conductors in this article shall be of
copper type, except conductors for utility installation.
19. Add new section 310.3 to read as follows:
310.3 Conductors. All electrical conductors shall be copper and of the capacity to
serve the loads connected thereto and shall not be loaded in excess of the current
ratings shown in the 2017 National Electrical Code. The minimum size conductor
for use in residential wiring systems shall be no. 14 AWG and for commercial
wiring systems shall be no. 12 AWG except as permitted by the 2017 National
Electrical Code for remote control, low energy power and signal circuits.
20. Amend paragraph 310.106 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Conductor Material. Conductors in this article shall be of copper type unless
otherwise specified.
21. Add paragraph 330.12 (3) to read as follows:
(3) When the extended length is greater than twenty feet.
2. Amend section 334.1 to read as follows:
334.1 Scope. This article covers the use, installation and construction specifications
of nonmetallic-sheathed cable. Nonmetallic sheathed cable and nonmetallic boxes,
raceways and conduits are prohibited for any use exceeding 50 volts within a
building except as follows:
1. In environments where exposed to serve corrosive influences, or
2. Encased in a minimum of two inches of concrete. 25. Amend paragraph 352.10
(F) to read as follows:
(F) Exposed. PVC conduit shall not be permitted for outdoor exposed work. PVC
conduit used in other exposed areas subject to physical damage shall be
identified for that use.
22. Amend paragraph 366.10 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Non-Metallic Auxiliary Gutters: Non-metallic auxiliary gutters shall not be
permitted.
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23. Amend paragraph 408.54 to read as follows:
(A) Tandem (duplex), mini-circuit breakers shall not be permitted.
3. Add new section 310.3 to read as follows:
310.3 Conductors. All electrical conductors shall be copper and of the capacity
to serve the loads connected thereto and shall not be loaded in excess of the
current ratings shown in the 2011 National Electrical Code. The minimum size
conductor for use in residential wiring systems shall be no. 14 AWG and for
commercial wiring systems shall be no. 12 AWG except as permitted by the
2011 National Electrical Code for remote control, low energy power and signal
circuits.
4. Delete section 230.79(C) in its entirety and substitute the following:
(C) One-Family Dwellings. The minimum service capacity approved for a single
phase dwelling service shall be a 3-wire, grounded neutral, service rated one
hundred (100) amperes, one hundred twenty (120) to two hundred forty (240)
volts. Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than one hundred
(100) amperes for all conductors. Conduit shall not be less than one and one-
fourth inches (11/4").
5. Amend section 210.60(G)(1) to read as follows:
(1) At least one receptacle outlet, in addition to those for specific equipment, shall
be installed in each basement, in each attached garage for each vehicle bay, and
in each detached garage for each vehicle bay, or accessory building with electric
power.
24 .6. Amend section 410.139 to read as follows:
410.139 Switches. Snap switches shall comply with 404.14. OutletsLuminaires
operating at 277 line voltage shall be controlled by snap switches on a system
using a voltage of 120 volts or less.
25. Delete paragraph 760.135 (I) in its entirety.
7. Amend section 210.8(A)(5) Exception to (5) to read as follows:
Exception to (5): A dedicated receptacle supplying only a permanently installed
fire alarm or burglar alarm system, sump pump, ejector pump, refrigerator
appliance, or freezer appliance shall not be required to have ground-fault circuit-
interrupter protection.
8. Add new section 230.34 to read as follows:
230.34 Underground electric service shall be provided as follows:
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(a) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve a new building
and structure and any existing overhead service lines shall be removed.
(b) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when an addition is constructed that increases the floor
area of the existing building or structure by more than 150% and any existing
overhead service lines shall be removed.
(c) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when more than 50% of the existing exterior wall and roof
area is structurally altered and any existing overhead service lines shall be
removed.
Exception: The Village Board may waive this requirement provided the
applicant pays a fee to cover the cost of future placement of the wires
underground in a comprehensive manner by the Village. The fee shall be
based on an itemized cost estimate prepared by the applicant and
approved by the Village Engineer, and shall be paid prior to any permits
being issued.
(Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
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4-1-12. - Adoption of Property Maintenance Code.
(A) The 2018 ICC International Property Maintenance Code is adopted by reference as the standards and
regulations for the maintenance and occupancy of all existing property, buildings and structures as
this Code is intended, recommended, maintained and published by the International Code Council
except such portions thereof that are deleted, modified, or amended in this chapter. At least one copy
of the ICC 2018 International Property Maintenance Code shall be maintained on file in the office of
the Village Clerk for inspection and copying as a public record.
(B) The provisions of the 2018 ICC International Property Maintenance Code are hereby deleted, modified
and amended as follows:
1. Amend section 101.1 to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the International Property Maintenance Code
of the Village of Glen Ellyn, hereinafter referred to as "this Code".
2. Amend section 102.3 to read as follows:
102.3 Application of Other Codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of
occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the building and
fire codes as adopted and amended by the Village of Glen Ellyn and nothing in this Code shall
be constructed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of the Illinois Code for safety to life
from fire in buildings and structures (Life Safety Code), the Illinois Plumbing Code, the Illinois
Accessibility Code, the Illinois Energy Conservation Code or any other applicable rules or
regulations established by the State of Illinois.
3. Amend the Exception in section 102.7 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Wherever reference to the International Plumbing Code is made, substitute the Illinois
Plumbing Code, Department of Public Health, State of Illinois.
2. Wherever reference to the International Zoning Code is made, substitute the Zoning Code,
Title 10 of the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
3. Wherever differences occur between provisions of this Code and the 2015 NFPA 101 Life
Safety Code the most restrictive provisions shall apply.
4. Delete section 103.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
103.1 General. Where referenced in this Code, the Department of Property Maintenance shall
be the Community Development Department of the Village of Glen Ellyn and the Code Official
shall be the Building and Zoning Official of the Village of Glen Ellyn.
5. Delete section 103.5 in its entirety.
6. Add new section 104.3.1 to read as follows:
104.3.1 Search Warrant. If the Code Official is refused entry after a reasonable attempt to
obtain consent to enter the premises to make an inspection, the Code Official may seek in the
circuit court of DuPage County a search warrant. An owner, occupant or other person in charge
of a dwelling, structure or property subject to the provisions of this Code, who is presented with
a search warrant obtained pursuant to this section, shall not refuse, impede, inhibit, interfere
with, restrict or obstruct entry and free access to any part of the structure or premises where an
inspection authorized by search warrant is sought to be made.
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7. Delete section 106.4 in its entirety and substitute the following:
106.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this Code shall, upon
conviction thereof, be subject to a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than $750.00 unless a
fine for the violation of this Code is listed in the Glen Ellyn Village Code then the more stringent
shall apply. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be
deemed a separate offense.
8. Add new section 108.2.2 to read as follows:
108.2.2 Closing Safeguards. Vacant structures that are ordered to be closed and secured shall
have all doors, windows and openings completely covered and securely fastened with solid
weather resistant material to temporarily prevent access to the premises. The covering material
shall match or be painted to match the general color of the structure.
9. Amend section 109.5 to read as follows:
109.5 Cost of Emergency Repairs And Temporary Safeguards. Costs incurred in the
performance of emergency work and temporary safeguards shall be paid by the jurisdiction. The
legal counsel of the jurisdiction shall institute appropriate action against the owner of the
premises where the unsafe structure or condition is or was located for the recovery of such
costs.
10. Delete section 111.2 in its entirety.
11. Delete section 111.3 in its entirety.
12. Delete section 111.4 in its entirety.
13. Delete section 111.5 in its entirety.
14. Delete section 111.6 in its entirety.
15. Delete section 111.7 in its entirety.
16. Amend section 112.4 to read as follows:
112.4 Failure To Comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served
with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a
violation or unsafe condition, shall be liable to a fine of not less than $50.00 dollars or more
than $750.00 dollars. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall
be deemed a separate offense.
17. Amend section 202 to insert the following definition:
Code Official. The official, or a duly authorized representative, who is charged with the
administration and enforcement of this Code, under the direction and approval of the Director of
Community Development or the Village Manager.
18. Amend section 302.2 to read as follows:
302.2 Grading And Drainage. All premises shall be graded and suitable vegetation or ground
cover shall be established and maintained to prevent the erosion of soil by water or wind action
and to prevent the accumulation of stagnant water thereon, or within any structure located
thereon.
19. Delete section 302.4 in its entirety and substitute the following:
302.4 Weeds. The control of weeds shall be in accordance with Title 7 Health and Sanitation,
C-chapter 12 Weed Control Code, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
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20. Delete section 302.8 in its entirety and substitute the following:
302.8 Motor Vehicles. The control of abandoned vehicles shall be in accordance with Title 7
Health and Sanitation, Chapter 8 Abandoned Vehicles, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
21. Amend section 302.9 to insert the following:
302.9 Defacement Of Property. The removal of graffiti shall be in accordance with Title 7 Health
and Sanitation, Chapter 2 Nuisances, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
22. Add new section 302.10 to read as follows:
302.10 Corner Lot Landscaping. All landscaping on corner lots within the visibility triangle shall
be maintained in accordance with subsection 10-5-5(B)2 in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
23. Add new section 302.11 to read as follows:
302.11 Composting. Yard waste materials from the premises and adjoining parkway may be
placed in a compost pile or container(s) intended for composting use. The placement of
materials other than grass, vegetation or leaves in a compost pile or container(s) which attracts
animals or vermin or which causes an obnoxious odor is prohibited. One compost pile or
container(s) shall be permitted on a zoning lot and shall not exceed .5% of the lot area and a
maximum height of 4 feet. A compost pile or container(s) is only permitted in the rear yard and
set back a minimum distance of 5% of the lot width, but not less than 3 feet, from any property
line and not less than 30 feet from any adjacent residential dwelling and shall not be placed in a
utility or storm water easement or in any location that obstructs the natural flow of storm water
runoff.
24. Add new section 302.12 to read as follows:
302.12 Outdoor Storage. Outdoor storage of materials and equipment is prohibited except
where specifically permitted in a zoning district, or in Zoning Code section 10-5-6, or where
granted by ordinance as a special use. Material and equipment prohibited from being stored
outdoors includes rubbish and garbage, construction and building materials, ice melting salt,
soil or land fill material, brush and limbs, logs and firewood, snow removal equipment,
landscaping equipment, construction equipment, furnishings and fixtures intended for use
within a building and similar items. The following items are permitted to be stored outdoors
when located in the rear yard and set back a minimum distance of 10% of the lot width, but not
less than 6.5 feet, from any property line; rubbish and garbage in approved refuse containers,
firewood not to exceed two face cords, outdoor cooking equipment, recreational equipment,
and construction equipment and materials required for a current construction project.
25. Add new section 302.13 to read as follows:
302.13 Holiday Decorations. Holiday displays, lights, signs and temporary decorative items may
be displayed for not more than 60 days. They may be displayed no sooner than 45 days prior to
the holiday and must be removed no later than 60 days after the holiday. All displays that
include electrical fixtures and equipment shall be installed in compliance with all requirements
for temporary power and lighting in accordance with title 4 building regulations, chapter 2
Electrical Code, in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
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26. Add new section 302.14 to read as follows:302.14 Vision Obstruction On Lots. Walls, fences,
signs, landscape plant material (excluding grass, ground cover, or other approved ground
stabilizing material), and other obstructions shall be prohibited in those portions of a lot:
(A) Where the vision of drivers of motor vehicles and bicycles, and the safety of
pedestrians walking along the sidewalk or street is unreasonably obstructed or
interfered with. The maximum height of such
1. Shrubs and fences shall be maintained to a maximum height of 36 inches
and tree branches shall be eight feet or higher within that triangular portion of
a lot no less than twenty (20) feet away from the edge of a public sidewalk
and a point not less than twenty (20) feet away from the edge of a driveway
closest to a shared property line and measured along the edge of the public
sidewalk, regardless of what property the driveway is located on.
(B) Encumbered by a detention, drainage, or access easement.
27. Delete section 303.2 and the Exception in their entirety and substitute the following:
303.2 Enclosures. Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, containing water more than 24
inches in depth shall be completely surrounded by a fence or barrier installed, along with any
gates and doors therein, in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the building
codes as adopted and amended by the Village of Glen Ellyn.
28. Add new section 304.3.1 to read as follows:
304.3.1 Unit Identification. Every dwelling unit and every commercial business unit that shares
a common entrance door in a building with another unit shall be provided with a room,
apartment, suite or other identification number. Identification numbers shall be Arabic numerals
or alphabet letters with a minimum height of 2 inches and a minimum stroke width of .25 inches
in a contrasting color with their background and shall be installed and maintained on or
adjacent to the entrance door of the unit at a height not less than 5 feet or more than 6 feet
above the floor.
29. Amend section 304.7 to read as follows:
304.7 Roofs And Drainage. Roof rain water, ground water or water within sump pits, pools,
spas or other containers shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance or
increases or concentrates the natural water runoff flow causing soil erosion, or the
accumulation of water, soil or debris, or a hazardous condition or damage on or to adjacent
public or private property. Accumulated surface water on a property may be discharged to the
public storm sewer in the street or other location with the prior approval of the Director of Public
Works.
30. Amend section 304.13 to read as follows:
304.13 Window, Skylight And Door Frames. No temporary repair of a broken or damaged
window, skylight or door shall remain in place for more than 30 days unless an extension has
been granted by the Code Official.
31. Amend section 304.14 to insert the following dates where indicated: April 1st to November 1st.
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32. Delete section 308.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
308.1 Accumulation Of Rubbish And Garbage. The control of rubbish and garbage shall be in
accordance with Title 7 Health and Sanitation, Chapter 6 Solid Waste Collection and Disposal,
in the Glen Ellyn Village Code.
33. Delete section 308.2 in its entirety.
34. Delete section 308.3 in its entirety.
35. Delete section 602.3 in its entirety and substitute the following:
602.3 Heat Supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases, or lets one or
more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to
the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period of October 1 st to May 15th to maintain
a minimum temperature of 68°F (20°C) at a point three feet above the floor and two feet from
exterior walls in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms at design temperature. The
installation of one or more portable space heaters shall not be used to achieve compliance with
this section.
36. Amend section 602.4 to insert the following dates where indicated: October 1st to May 15th.
37. Delete section 606.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
606.1 General. Elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and lifts shall be maintained in compliance
with the following codes the Elevator Safety Act (225 ILCS 312/) and the Administrative Code,
title 41, chapter II, part 1000, administered by the Village of Glen Ellyn under a municipality
program agreement with the Office of the Illinois Fire Marshal, State of Illinois.
A. Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME-A17.1/CSA B44-2019) and Performance-
Based Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1-2012/CSA B44.7-07);
B. Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.3-2005, but only as required
under Section 35(h) and (i) of the Elevator Safety Act (225 ILCS 312/);
C. Safety Standard for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts (ASME A18.1-2017);
D. Standard for Qualification of Elevator Inspectors (ASME QEI-1-2018); and
E. Automated People Mover Standards (ANSI/ASCE/T&DI 21-13).
38. Delete section 701.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
701.1 General. All existing buildings, structures and premises shall be maintained in
compliance with Illinois Code for safety to life from fire in buildings and structures, known as the
2015 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code in accordance with the Fire Investigation Act (425 ILCS 25/)
and the Administrative Code, title 41, chapter I, part 100, administered by the Office of the
Illinois Fire Marshal, State of Illinois.
39. Delete section 702 in its entirety.
40. Add section 704.1.2.1 to read as follows:
C5 Zoning District: By the end of the first full calendar year after the date of adoption of this code,
a fire detection and alarm system shall be installed in accordance with the Fire Code, in all
buildings within the C5 Zoning District.
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41. Add section 704.1.2.1 Annexed Properties to read as follows:
A. All commercial buildings on properties annexed into the Village, shall install a fire detection
and alarm system, in accordance with the Fire Code as for new construction, within 90 days
of the date of annexation.
B. All residential and commercial buildings on properties annexed into the Village, shall install
a fire extinguishing system in accordance with the Fire Code as for new construction, within
the later of the date of annexation, or the date of connection to the Village’s water main.
42. Delete section 704.6 in its entirety and substitute the following:
704.6 Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms. Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms shall
be installed in existing Group I-1 and R occupancies in accordance with the more restrictive
requirements of Sections 704.6.1 through 704.6.3, or the State of Illinois Smoke Detector Act
(425 ILCS 60/3).
43. Add section 704.8 to read as follows:
705.2 Continuity of service: Smoke alarms and detectors that rely on a paid service subscription
to provide notification to building occupants shall not be permitted.
44. Delete section 704.7.1 in its entirety and substitute the following:
705.1 General. Carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in accordance with the more restrictive
requirements of Section 1103.9 of the Fire Code, except that alarms in dwellings covered by the
Residential Building Code shall be installed in accordance with section R315 of that code and the
State of Illinois Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector Act (430 ILCS 135/10).
45. Add section 705.2.1 to read as follows:
705.2 Continuity of service: Carbon monoxide alarms that rely on a paid service subscription to
provide notification to building occupants shall not be permitted.
(Ord. 5882, 8-23-2010, eff. 10-1-2010)
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1735
# 2021-1735)
2017 NFPA 70, National Electric Code, with proposed amendments
Statement of the Issue:
Not Applicable
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Budget Impact:
Not Applicable
Action Requested:
Not Applicable
Attachments:
1. Attachment NEC-1 - Major Changes 2011-2014
2. Attachment NEC-2 - Major Changes 2014-2017
3. Attachment NEC-3 NEC - Existing Amendments
4. Attachment NEC-4 NEC - Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
5. Attachment NEC-5 NEC - Proposed Amendments (Clean)
6. Attachment NEC-6 NEC - Local Communities Survey
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Glen Ellyn Building Board Meeting 12/15/2021 7:00 PM
of Appeals Department: Community Development
535 Duane Street Department Head: Staci Springer
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item
Prepared By: Steve Witt
AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2021-1735
# 2021-1735)
2017 NFPA 70, National Electric Code, with proposed amendments
Statement of the Issue:
Not Applicable
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Budget Impact:
Not Applicable
Action Requested:
Not Applicable
Attachments:
1. Attachment NEC-1 - Major Changes 2011-2014
2. Attachment NEC-2 - Major Changes 2014-2017
3. Attachment NEC-3 NEC - Existing Amendments
4. Attachment NEC-4 NEC - Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
5. Attachment NEC-5 NEC - Proposed Amendments (Clean)
6. Attachment NEC-6 NEC - Local Communities Survey
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Attachment NEC-1
Major Changes from the 2011 to 2014 NFPA 70, National Electric Code
Note:
The following discussion on the changes from the 2011 to the 2014 edition of NFPA 70,
National Electric Code, were written by Michael Johnson, Executive Director of Standards
and Safety for the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), in an article titled
2014 NEC Outlook, published on the Electrical Contractor magazine website
www.ecmag.com.
This list is not all-encompassing. The full list of changes published by NFPA is over 80 pages
in length. We have highlighted in yellow the section titles for which the new requirements
are believed to have the most affect on electrical work performed within the Village of Glen
Ellyn.
Article 393 Low Voltage Suspended Ceiling Power Distribution Systems (ROP 18-10a)
This new article covers the installation of low-voltage suspended ceiling power
distribution systems. These systems serve as a structural support for a finished ceiling
surface and consist of a conductor support system (small busbars) to distribute power to
utilization equipment supplied by a Class 2 power supply. These systems operate at not
more than 30V DC and not more than 60V AC and are required to be listed as a
complete system that includes all associated fittings and required power supplies.
Article 646 Modular Data Centers (ROP 12-147)
This new article covers modular data centers, including the definition of, the nameplate
data for, and the size and overcurrent protection of supply conductors to modular data
centers. This article also covers the equipment, electrical supply and distribution, wiring
and protection, working space, grounding, HVAC, and the like, located in or associated
with a modular data center.
Article 728 Fire Resistive Cable Systems [ROP 3-170]
This new article covers the installation of fire resistive cables, conductors and other
system components used for survivability of critical circuits to ensure continued
operation during a specified time under fire conditions as required in this Code and in
other NFPA standards. Fire resistive cables, conductors and components are tested as a
complete system. The system shall be listed. The cables, conductors and components
are designated for use in a specific system and shall not be interchanged between
systems. Cables, conductors and components shall be suitable for use in accordance
with the wiring methods described in the NEC.
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Article 750 Energy Management Systems (ROP 13-180)
This new article applies to the installation and operation of energy management
systems. Performance provisions related to energy management and conservation in
other codes, such as energy codes developed by other model code groups, establish
prescriptive requirements that may further restrict the requirements contained in this
article. The NEC provides users with a baseline that establishes general requirements for
energy management systems and provides a list of loads that should not be controlled
by these systems.
Annex J ADA Standards for Accessible Design (ROP 1-191)
Informative Annex J is new and titled “ADA Standards for Accessible Design.” This
informative annex is not a part of the NEC requirements and is included for
informational purposes only. The provisions cited in this informative annex are intended
to assist the Code users in properly considering various electrical design constraints of
other building systems, are part of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, and
are the same as those found in ANSI/ICC A117.1, Accessible and Usable Buildings and
Facilities.
Chapter 1 of the NEC includes definitions in Article 100 and general requirements for
electrical installations in Article 110. Below are a few significant changes from each of
these articles.
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Article 100 Definitions
Article 100 Coordination (Selective): “Localization of an overcurrent condition to restrict
outages to the circuit or equipment affected, accomplished by the selection and
installation of overcurrent protective devices and their ratings or settings for the full
range of available overcurrents, from overload to the maximum available fault current,
and for the full range of overcurrent protective device opening times associated with
those overcurrents.”
This definition has been revised to clarify what constitutes selective coordination. The
word “choice” has been replaced by the words “selection and installation” to clarify it is
selection and installation of overcurrent protection that achieves selective coordination.
As revised, this definition makes it clear that selective coordination is across the “full
range” of available overcurrents.
Article 100 Premises Wiring (System): A new informational note has been added to the
definition of Premises Wiring (System) as follows: “Informational Note: Power sources
include, but are not limited to, interconnected or stand-alone batteries, solar
photovoltaic systems, other distributed generation systems, or generators.”
No changes have been made to the definition itself, and it continues to address
permanently and temporarily installed wiring. The new informational note provides
some examples of what constitutes premises wiring systems (sources) and is
noninclusive.
Article 100 Retrofit Kit: “A general term for a complete subassembly of parts and devices
for field conversion of utilization equipment.”
A new definition of “Retrofit Kit” has been added to Part I of Article 100. There are new
requirements added to Articles 410 and 600 that include the term “Retrofit Kit.” The
definition clarifies what constitutes a retrofit kit for use in electrical signs and
luminaires.
Article 100 Separately Derived System: “An electrical source, other than a service,
having no direct connection(s) to circuit conductors of any other electrical source other
than those established by grounding and bonding connections.”
The definition has been revised by combining two sentences into one. Separately
derived systems are electrical sources other than the electrical service. The revision
clarifies that there is no direct connection to circuit conductors of any other electrical
source other than those established by grounding and bonding connections.
Article 110 Requirements for Electrical Installations
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110.16 Arc-Flash Hazard Warning: The words “or factory” and “switchgear” have been
added to this requirement. The revision clarifies that the marking applies also to
switchgear, and it can be either field-applied or applied at the factory. The words “meet
the requirements in 110.21(B) and” have been added in the second sentence.
Informational Note No. 1 has been revised to include the words “arc flash labeling.”
110.21(B) Field-Applied Hazard Markings: A subdivision (B) titled “Field-Applied Hazard
Markings” is added to Section 110.21. Specific requirements now apply to field-applied
hazard markings or labels using signal words “danger,” “warning” or “caution” as
provided within many NEC rules. New informational notes reference ANSI Z535.4-2011
for guidelines on consistent and effective markings and labels.
110.24 Available Fault Current: A new informational note has been added following
110.24(A). The note clarifies that marking requirements in 110.24 relate to fault current
ratings and compliance with 110.9 and 110.10. The maximum available fault current
value required by 110.24 is not intended to be used for performing incident energy
analysis.
110.26(C)(3) Personnel Doors: The value “1,200A” has been lowered to “800A,”
expanding requirements for panic hardware on egress doors. The words “panic bars,
pressure plates, or other devices that are normally latched but open under simple
pressure” have been replaced with “listed panic hardware.” Listed panic hardware is
required on personnel doors addressed by this section. The same change occurred in
110.33 for equipment over 600V.
110.25 Lockable Disconnecting Means: A new section 110.25 titled “Disconnecting
Means, Lockable” and an associated exception have been added to Part I of Article 110.
The new section consolidates the provisions for lockable disconnecting means through
the NEC into one location. Previous NEC requirements that dealt with lockable
disconnecting means will now reference 110.25 for consistency and uniform application
of the requirements.
110.26(E)(2)(b) Dedicated Equipment Space: This section has been rearranged and
renumbered into a list format to meet NEC Style Manual requirements. A new list item
(b) has been added and is titled “Dedicated Equipment Space.” The requirements for
dedicated space now apply to equipment installed outside and are similar to the
dedicated space requirements for equipment located indoors.
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Chapter 2 Wiring and Protection
Section 210.8(A)(9) and (10) Bathtubs, Shower Stalls, Laundry Areas
Two new list items have been added to Section 210.8(A). The requirements for ground-
fault circuit interrupter protection (GFCI) have been expanded for dwelling units. GFCI
protection is now required for receptacles installed within 6 feet of a bathtub or shower
stall. Note that this requirement applies to bathtubs or shower stalls, regardless of
whether they are in a bathroom or not. In addition, all 125-volt (V), single-phase, 15-
and 20-ampere (A) receptacles installed in laundry areas must be GFCI-protected.
Section 210.8(D) Kitchen Dishwasher Branch Circuit
Requirements for GFCI protection in dwelling unit kitchens have been expanded. A new
subdivision (D), “Kitchen Dishwasher Branch Circuit,” has been added to 210.8. Outlets
supplying dishwashers are required to be GFCI-protected, which requires a GFCI-
protective device installed at the origin of the branch circuit. The reason is related to
different end-of-life failure modes and behavior of newer generation dishwashers as
compared to the electromechanical units in the past.
Section 210.12 Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection
This section has been revised to require arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) to be
installed in readily accessible locations. Subdivision (A) now recognizes AFCI protection
requirements, which have been expanded to kitchens and laundry areas. This expansion
of AFCI requirements continues the long-range objective of whole-house AFCI
protection in dwelling units that was sought in the original proposals by Consumer
Product Safety Commission in the mid-1990s.
Section 210.12(A) Dwelling Units
List items (1) through (6) provide the acceptable methods of accomplishing the branch
circuit arc-fault protection requirements and associated conditions. This change resulted
from a specific fact-finding study and report from Underwriters Laboratories. These new
alternatives include use of both circuit-breaker and outlet-device types of AFCI
protection in accordance with the specific conditions in each list item. In list items (3)
and (4), note that outlet-device AFCI protection is permitted under restrictive conditions
that include maximum length of home runs of 50 feet for 14 AWG (15A circuits) and 70
feet for 12 AWG (20A branch circuits.
Section 210.12(C) Dormitory Units
A new subdivision (C), “Dormitory Units,” has been added to 210.12. The AFCI
protection requirements are expanded to 125V, single-phase, 15- and 20A outlets
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installed in dormitory unit bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, closets and similar rooms.
This new subdivision continues the incremental expansion of AFCI protection for
dwelling units, which most dormitories are considered.
Section 210.13 Ground-Fault Protection of Equipment (GFPE)
A new Section 210.13, “Ground-Fault Protection of Equipment,” has been added to
Article 210. The same ground-fault protection for equipment requirements in 230.95 for
services and 215.10 for feeders now apply to qualifying branch circuits.
Section 210.17 Electric Vehicle Branch Circuit
A new Section 210.17, “Electric Vehicle Branch Circuit,” has been added to Article 210.
This new provision requires any outlet installed for electric vehicle charging loads be
provided with a separate (individual) branch circuit. The revision aligns with the load
profile requirements for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and correlates with
continuous duty load restrictions included in 210.19(A)(1) and 210.23.
Section 220.12 Lighting Loads
A new exception has been added to 220.12. Lighting loads are now permitted to be
calculated at values specified in an applicable energy code where it is adopted by the
jurisdiction. Three conditions of the new exception include monitoring, alarms and not
applying demand factors to the general lighting load as provided in 220.42.
240.87 Arc-Energy Reduction
This section is now titled “Arc Energy Reduction” and arranged in a list format. As
revised, it now applies to breakers with a highest adjustable trip rating of 1,200A or
greater. Subdivision (B) includes new list items (4) and (5), which recognize other
methods of arc energy reduction by a specific method, system, equipment or other
approved means.
Section 250.102(C)(1) and Table 250.102(C)(1)
Table 250.102(C)(1), notes, and informational notes have been added to Part V of Article
250. The new table provides sizes for grounded conductors, main bonding jumpers,
supply-side bonding jumpers, and system bonding jumpers and requires using the 12.5
percent rule if exceeding the table values. References in Article 250 have been changed
from 250.66 to 250.102(C)(1) and Table 250.102(C)(1). Table 250.66 is now used for
sizing only grounding electrode conductors and bonding jumpers in the grounding
electrode system.
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Section 250.186 Ground-Fault Circuit Conductor Brought to Service Equipment
This new section requires a fault current path installed from the source to the service
equipment. This means, for grounded systems, a grounded conductor must be installed
and routed with the ungrounded conductors to each service disconnecting means. For
ungrounded systems, a supply-side bonding jumper must be installed and routed with
the ungrounded conductors to each service disconnecting means.
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Chapter 3 Wiring Methods and Materials
Section 310.15(B)(3)(c) and Table 310.15(B)(3)(c)
The word “circular” has been removed from this section and the title of the table. The
words “or cables” have been added to this section and in the title of the table. Ambient
temperature correction factors in Table 310.15(B)(2)(a) or Table 310.15(B)(2)(b) apply to
conductors in raceways and cables on or above rooftops and exposed to direct sunlight.
Section 310.15(B)(3)(c) Exception
A new exception has been added following 310.15(B)(3)(c). Ambient temperature
correction factors in Table 310.15(B)(2)(a) or Table 310.15(B)(2)(b) do not apply to
XHHW-2 insulated conductors in raceways and cables on or above rooftops and exposed
to direct sunlight. The new exception is the result of performance testing by both
General Cable and Underwriters Laboratories.
Section 310.15(B)(7) and Table 310.15(B)(7)
Table 310.15(B)(7) has been deleted, and Section 310.15(B)(7) has been revised and
restructured into a list format. An 83 percent multiplier is provided for calculating
ampacity for feeders and service conductors supplying dwelling units if the conditions of
this section are met. A new informational note references a new Annex (D7) where an
example calculation is provided. There are no changes in the reduced ampacity
provisions previously included in 310.15(B)(7); it’s just a different way of determining
the reduced service and feeder conductor sizes. The same restrictions to dwelling units
are still provided in this section as these allowances relate to the load diversity in
dwelling units.
Section 314.25 Covers and Canopies
A new last sentence has been added to 314.25. Screws for covers or attaching
equipment to boxes shall be compatible and have matching machine threads or be in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Drywall screws and other
inappropriate screws are not permitted for use with boxes unless otherwise listed or
identified for use with those types.
Section 314.28(A)(3) Smaller Dimensions
A new paragraph has been added to list item (3) addressing conduit body sizes in
relation to conductor fill. The new text allows use of conduit bodies smaller than those
required in 314.28(A)(2) with conditions. The revision provides a practical allowance for
conductor combinations in conduit bodies where marked to indicate suitability for such
use.
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Section 330.10(A)(11) b and c Uses Permitted
List item has been revised to clarify that a corrosion-resistant jacket is required over the
metallic covering. The revision aligns this section with UL Standard 1569 Metal Clad
Cables. MC cable in wet locations must have a corrosion-resistant jacket as the outer
layer of the cable assembly and meet one of a, b or c.
Section 330.30(B) Securing
A new last sentence has been added to 330.30(B). Vertical installations of listed MC
cables in sizes 250 kcmil and larger are permitted to be secured at intervals not
exceeding 10 feet. Some MC cables are listed and identified for vertical installation
where supported at intervals not exceeding 10 feet.
Section 330.30(D)(3) MC Cable—Securing and Supporting
A new list item (3) has been added to 330.30(D). Unsupported interlocking armor-type
MC cable is permitted in lengths not exceeding 3 feet from the last point where it is
securely fastened. This practical relief applies where flexibility is necessary to minimize
the transmission of vibration from equipment or to provide flexibility after installation.
Section 338.10(B)(4)(b) Exterior Installations
A new exception has been added following 338.10(B)(4)(b). Underground service-
entrance cable is defined in 338.2 and can be a single conductor, or it can be an
assembly of multiple conductors. Type USE cable installed as feeders or branch circuits
is not subject to the ampacity limitations provided in 340.80.
Section 348.30(A) Exception No. 4 and 350.30(A) Exception No. 4 Securing and Supporting
FMC and LFMC
A new last sentence has been added to Exception No. 4 to 348.30(A) and 350.30(A).
Listed flexible metal conduit fittings and listed liquidtight flexible metal conduit fittings
shall be permitted as a means of support for lengths up to 6 feet. This revision clarifies
that, for the purpose of this exception, additional support for flexible metal conduit is
not required.
Section 376.22(B) Adjustment Factors
This section has been revised by adding the words “at any cross-section of the
wireway.” The revised text clarifies that correction factors are not based on the total
number of current-carrying conductors in the wireway exceeding 30. The correction
factors apply where the total of current-carrying conductors at any cross-section
exceeds 30.
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Section 376.56(B)(1) Power Distribution Blocks
List item (1) was revised by adding a second sentence. Power distribution blocks are
permitted to be installed on the line side of the service disconnect or the load side.
Power distribution blocks installed on the line side of the service equipment shall be
listed.
Article 393 Low-Voltage Suspended Ceiling Power Distribution Systems
A new Article 393 has been added to NEC Chapter 3 and equips the Code with
requirements for new technology DC wiring systems and equipment in the form of
suspended ceiling grids. This type of equipment and associated fittings must be listed,
driving the requirement for installation instructions.
Not all of the changes to the NEC are covered in this article. The next part in this series
will look at some revisions in chapters 4 through 9.
For complete details about these and other NEC revisions, refer to the NFPA 2014 NEC
Report on Proposals and Report on Comments. The terms National Electrical Code and
NEC are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection Association.
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Chapter 4 Equipment for General Use
404.2(C) Grounded Conductor at Switch Locations
This section has been restructured into a list format, and the former exception has been
incorporated into positive text. New list item (3) relaxes the grounded conductor
requirement at switches with integral enclosures. New list item (5) relaxes the grounded
conductor requirement in locations where multiple switches control the same lighting
load.
406.3(E) Marking for Controlled Receptacles
A new subdivision (E), Controlled Receptacle Marking, Exception, and associated figure
been added to 406.3. This requirement applies to receptacles controlled by building
automation or energy management systems. A specific power symbol marking must be
applied to nonlocking type, 125-volt (V), 15- and 20-ampere (A) automatically controlled
receptacle outlets and be visible after installation.
406.5(E) and (F) Receptacles in the Face-Up Position
Subdivision (E) has been revised and expanded to all occupancies, and 210.8 ground-
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection applies. New Subdivision (F), Receptacles in
Seating Areas or Similar Surfaces, states that receptacles installed in seating areas or
similar surfaces are not permitted in the face-up position unless the installation meets
one of list items (1) through (4). [ROP 18-32, 18-33, 18-34;
406.9(B)(1) Receptacles in Wet Locations
The words “other than one- and two-family dwellings” have been removed from this
section. The text related to how the receptacle outlet is supported has also been
removed from this section. Listed and identified extra-duty receptacle covers (hoods)
are required for all 15- and 20A, 125- and 250V receptacles installed in a wet location.
408. 3(F)(3), (4), (5) Panelboards, Switchboards, and Switchgear Identification
Three list items have been added to 408.3(F) and the word “switchgear” has been
added. Additional caution markings are now required for switchboards, switchgear and
panelboards used with high-impedance grounded neutral systems, ungrounded direct
current systems and resistance grounded direct current systems. The “caution”
markings in list items (1) through (5) must comply with 110.21(B).
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422.5 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection
Section 422.5, Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Protection, has been added to
Part I of Article 422. GFCI protective devices installed for appliances covered by Article
422 must be readily accessible, which is consistent with the readily accessible
requirements for GFCI devices in 210.8.
422.23 Tire Inflation and Automotive Vacuum Machines
Tire Inflation and Automotive Vacuum Machines, 422.23, has been added to Article 422.
Tire inflation equipment or vacuum machine for public use must have GFCI protection
for personnel. The GFCI protection (circuit breaker or outlet device) is required to be
readily accessible.
424.66 Installation
Subdivision (B), Limited Access, has been added to 424.66. The width and depth of
working space in 110.26 is required in front of duct heater enclosures containing
equipment that requires servicing while energized. The revision requires duct heater
equipment enclosures to be located so as to provide the minimum clearances.
445.20 Protection for Portable Generators
A new 445.20, Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection for Receptacles on 15 kW or
Smaller, Portable Generators, has been added to Article 445. If a 15-kilowatt (kW) or
smaller portable generator has a 125/250V locking receptacle, then all 125V, single-
phase, 15- and 20A receptacles must have GFCI protection or not be usable when the
125/250V locking receptacle is in use.
450.10(A) Dry-Type Transformer Enclosures
A new subdivision (A) and exception have been added to 450.10. This new provision
provides specific requirements for grounding and bonding connections in transformer
enclosures. A separate grounding terminal bar must now be installed but not on vented
portions of the enclosure.
480.9(D) and (E) Marking for Personnel Access to Energized Batteries and Egress
Two subdivisions have been added to 480.9: (D) Marking for Personnel Access to
Energized Batteries and (E) Egress. Marking for battery rooms must meet the warning
sign requirements in 110.27(C). Personnel doors for battery rooms must swing in the
direction of egress and be equipped with listed panic hardware.
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490.25 Backfeed
A new 490.25, Backfeed, has been added to Part II of Article 490. The new requirement
is for a sign that warns qualified people of the possibilities of contacts within the
equipment being energized by backfeed. A reference to 110.21(B) has been provided for
additional requirements related to danger signs installed on equipment. The specific
text on the sign must read as follows:
DANGER—CONTACTS ON EITHER SIDE OF THIS DEVICE MAY BE ENERGIZED BY
BACKFEED
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Chapter 5 Special Occupancies
501.15(C)(6) Fiber Optic Tubes Within a Seal
Optical fiber tubes (metallic or nonmetallic) are now recognized for installation in a seal,
and they shall not exceed 25 percent of the cross-sectional area of a rigid metal conduit
unless specifically marked otherwise. The cross-sectional area of the optical fiber tube(s)
must be used, not that of the optical fibers themselves. Expanded cross-sectional area
seals are readily available for use in fill applications up to and not exceeding 40 percent.
These expanded sealing fittings are listed and identified.
514.3(B)(1) Motor Fuel Dispensing and Aboveground Fuel Storage
Superscript note 2 to Table 514.3(B)(1) has been revised to refer to two figures. Existing
Figure 514.3(a) has been revised to show a new below-grade sump classified area as
Class I, Division 1. A new Figure 514.3(b) was added to show the classified area adjacent
to a dispenser mounted on aboveground storage tanks. Both of the figures and
associated text are extracted material from NFPA 30A 2012.
514.3(C) Motor Fuel Dispensing Stations in Boatyards and Marinas
All boat and marina motor fuel dispensing station requirements were relocated from
Article 555, Marinas and Boatyards, to Article 514, Motor Fuel Dispensing Stations. New
Section 514.3(C) is titled “Motor Fuel Dispensing Stations in Boatyards and Marinas.” All
NEC requirements for boatyard and marina motor fuel dispensing facilities are under
the purview of NEC Code-Making Panel 14. Section 555.21 now provides only a
reference to Article 514 for the specific requirements for these fueling facilities in
marinas and boatyards.
517.18(B) Number of Receptacles in Normal Patient Bed Locations
The minimum number of receptacles required in a general care patient bed location has
increased to eight. These receptacles must be listed and identified as “hospital grade”
and connected to an insulated copper equipment grounding conductor. This revision
aligns with the new requirements in Section 6.3.2.2.6.2 (A) of NFPA 99 Health Care
Facilities Code.
517.19(B) Number of Receptacles in Critical Care Patient Bed Locations
The minimum number of receptacles required in a critical care patient bed location has
increased from six to 14. These receptacles must be listed and identified as “hospital
grade” and connected to an insulated copper equipment grounding conductor. This
revision aligns with the new requirements in Section 6.3.2.2.6.2 (B) of NFPA 99 Health
Care Facilities Code. At least one of the 14 receptacles shall be connected to either the
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normal system branch circuit required in 517.19(A) or to a critical branch circuit supplied
by a different transfer switch than the other receptacles at the same patient bed
location.
517.19(C) Operating Room Receptacles
New subdivision (C), Operating Room Receptacles, was added to 517.19, and the
balance of the section was renumbered accordingly. The minimum number of
receptacles required is increased from six to 36. The revision provides direction on
which system branch the receptacles must be connected and that they be “hospital
grade” type. NFPA 99 2012 Health Care Facilities Code has been revised by increasing
the number of receptacles in patient care locations of healthcare facilities, including
operating rooms. This revision aligns the NEC with Section 6.3.2.2.6.2 of NFPA 99.
590.4(J) Cable and Cord Supports
Cable assemblies and flexible cords and cables installed as branch circuits or feeders
must not be installed on the floor or on the ground. Extension cords connected to
receptacles and laid on the floor are considered suitable for this use because they
“extend” the GFCI protection of the outlet. Construction locations are almost always
wet locations. This revision aligns the NEC requirements with existing OSHA
requirements and addresses a serious safety issue with feeders and branch circuits
installed on the floor or laying on the ground on construction sites.
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Chapter 6 Special Equipment
600.6(A)(1) Disconnect Required for Signs
Section 600.6(A)(1) is a significant worker safety issue requiring a sign disconnect to be
located at the point where the circuit conductors enter the sign enclosure or pole. The
revision provides the specific detail to restrict conductors on the line side of the
disconnect switch from being routed into the enclosure to connect to a switch that is
installed on the sign enclosure. If the disconnect is in the open or off position, live
conductors are still present within the sign enclosure. This revision provides the needed
clarification and prohibition. This safety-driven change simplifies worker compliance
with both NFPA 70E and OSHA rules.
625.41 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Circuit Ratings
Former 625.14 has been revised and relocated to 625.41 as a result of Article 625 being
reorganized. A new last sentence that includes provisions for an automatic load
management system has been added to 625.41. The maximum electric vehicle supply
equipment load on a service and feeder shall be the maximum load permitted by the
automatic load management system. This revision provides relief from service upgrades
in some cases, but an automatic load management system has to limit the load on the
service to its capacity.
Article 646 Modular Data Centers
Article 646, Modular Data Centers, is new to NEC Chapter 6. This article includes four
parts addressing general requirements, equipment, lighting and workspace. Modular
data centers are prefabricated units of information technology equipment and support
equipment. Modular data centers are intended for fixed installation either indoors or
outdoors. This new article closely follows the arrangement and information contained in
Article 645, Information Technology Equipment; and NFPA 75, Standard for the
Protection of Information Technology Equipment. Some configurations use support
equipment housed in a separate enclosure.
680.22(A)(2) Locking Receptacles and Attachment Plugs Not Required
List item (2), requiring a locking configuration, has been deleted. Removing this locking
configuration from 680.22(A)(1) matches existing requirements of “Other Receptacles,
Location” not less than 6 feet from a pool in 680.22(A)(2). Single receptacles of the
grounding type and provided with GFCI protection for personnel are now considered
sufficient safety measures for these locations.
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680.42(B) Bonding for Outdoor Spas and Hot Tubs
This revision originated as Tentative Interim Amendment 1005 for the 2011 NEC. Based
on four specific criteria, spas and hot tubs listed for outdoor use may be exempt from
the perimeter surfaces equipotential bonding requirements of 680.26(B)(2). The class of
spas referred to in this section is a self-contained outdoor/indoor-rated UL1563 listed
product.
690.12 Rapid Shutdown of PV Systems on Buildings
Photovoltaic (PV) system circuits installed on or in buildings must now be provided with
a rapid shutdown function that controls specific conductors in accordance with
690.12(A) through (D). Controlled conductors shall be limited to no more than 30V and
240 volt-amperes (VA) within 10 seconds of a rapid shutdown initiation. Where the
need for an electrical safety product or system is demonstrated, prescriptive operational
and safety requirements are incorporated in the NEC to stimulate the industry into
meeting that need. Limiting firefighter exposure to electrical shock is an important
safety requirement for first responders. Limited time to achieve a lower voltage level
after shutdown is a system operational requirement. This new rapid shutdown
requirement applies to PV systems or circuits installed on or in buildings.
690.31(G)(1) Marking for PV Circuits Embedded in Building Surfaces
Marking requirements of embedded PV circuits hidden within roofing material and
other building surfaces have been strengthened. Hidden PV circuits must now be clearly
marked using an approved method suitable for the weather and continuous exposure to
sunlight. This requirement is necessary to protect personnel from hazards that could
arise from accidental contact with PV conductors embedded in roofs.
694.1 Wind Electric Systems
The provisions of Article 694 apply to wind (turbine) electric systems that consist of one
or more wind electric generators and covered by the NEC as determined in 90.2. The
former size limitation of 100 kilowatts has been removed from the scope of this article.
These systems can include generators, alternators, inverters and controllers. Wind
electric systems can be interactive with other electrical power production sources or
might be stand-alone systems. Wind electric systems can have alternating current (AC)
or direct current (DC) output, with or without electrical energy storage, such as
batteries.
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695.4(B)(2)(2) Overcurrent Protection Selection
Past calculations sizing the disconnecting means and the overcurrent protective device
included the sum of locked-rotor currents of all fire pump and jockey pump motors, plus
the full-load current of the remaining loads. As revised, the calculations now include
locked-rotor currents of only largest fire pump motor, plus the sum of other motor and
remaining loads. The overcurrent protection must be by an assembly listed for fire
pump service. Also, the overcurrent protective device shall not open within 2 minutes at
600 percent of the full-load current of the fire pump motor(s), it shall not open with a
restart transient of 24 times the full-load current of the fire pump motor(s), it shall not
open within 10 minutes at 300 percent of the full-load current of the fire pump
motor(s), and the trip point for circuit breakers shall not be field-adjustable. This change
aligns with the requirements in Section 9.2.3.4.1 of NFPA 20, Standard for Stationary
Fire Pumps.
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Chapter 7 Special Conditions
700.12(F)(2) Exception
The existing exception to 700.12(F)(2)(2) permitting unit equipment supplied by three or
more normal circuits, no longer permits multiwire branch circuits to serve the
uninterrupted area. Section 210.4(B) contains a general requirement to simultaneously
disconnect all ungrounded conductors of multiwire branch circuits either with identified
handle ties or by use of a common trip breaker. Using normal multiwire branch circuits
increases the risk of an area being without emergency lighting if on of the circuits were
to trip causing the others to be disconnected due to the handle tie
arrangement. Forbidding multiwire normal branch circuits in these specific instances
provides additional safety during loss of normal lighting.
700.19 Multiwire Branch Circuits Prohibited
A new 700.19 has been added addressing multiwire branch circuits used in emergency
systems. This new provision prohibits multiwire branch circuits protected by common
trip circuit breakers to serve emergency lighting and power circuits. Emergency lighting
and power could be unavailable during ordinary line to ground faults and other
problems where common trip circuit breakers or handle ties are employed. Continued
reliability of emergency circuits requires this change.
700.28 Selective Coordination
The definition of the term selective coordination in Article 100 has been revised to
clarify that the coordination is across the full range of available overcurrents. This
change in 700.28 requires a professional engineer or other qualified person to choose
the overcurrent protective device types, ampere ratings, and settings to achieve
selective coordination. This responsible party must provide documentation to the
authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) that the selection of the overcurrent protective
devices achieves the required selective coordination. This process will ensure selective
coordination for a project without an addition burden on the AHJ. Documentation is
required to be made available to others involved in the original construction process, or
post installation, to ensure the system is installed, maintained and modified with the
knowledge of how the original system was selectively coordinated. The same revision
has been incorporated into sections 620.62, 701.27 and 708.54 dealing with
requirements for selective coordination of overcurrent devices.
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Article 728 Fire-Resistive Cable Systems
A new Article 728 titled “Fire-Restive Cable Systems” provides the necessary
information required for the proper installation of fire-rated cables. Precise installation
requirements for fire-resistive cables are critical component of egress and safety during
a fire. Many building and specific areas require the continued use of electrical energy
during fire and other emergency conditions. This article contains specific requirements
related to survivability of these fire resistive cable systems. As with many required
products required in the NEC, fire resistive cables require proper installation to achieve
their original purpose of providing electricity in a building during fire. As more fire
resistive cables are installed, this article will play a prominent in these installations.
760.24 Circuit Integrity (CI) Cable
A new 760.24(B) covers installation instructions for supporting circuit integrity (CI) fire
alarm cable. Generally, CI cables must be supported at a distance not exceeding 24
inches by using only steel supports and fasteners. Circuit integrity cables installed within
7 feet of the floor must be fastened at intervals of not more than 18 inches.
Article 750 Energy Management Systems
A new Article 750 titled "Energy Management Systems" defines and controls building
systems while protecting the safety concerns of the NEC or building codes. With the
application of the smart grid initiatives, premises energy management systems must be
compatible with NEC and other personnel and building safety concerns. Article 750
provides a safe and systematic approach for load shedding and disconnection of power.
Performance requirements in other energy codes should refer to the NEC for
prescriptive electrical installation requirements. The most important aspect here is to
ensure an overall energy management system does not override a system specific to
addressing load shedding for an alternate power source for fire pumps and emergency
systems.
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Chapter 8 Communications Systems
800.24 Mechanical Execution of Work
Nonmetallic cable ties or other nonmetallic accessories installed in other spaces used
for environmental air are now required to be listed as having low smoke and heat
release properties. This revision aligns the NEC with similar provisions contained in NFPA
90A. The same revisions have been incorporated into 770.24, 820.24 and 830.24.
800.179(G) Circuit Integrity (CI) Cable or Electrical Circuit Protective System
Requirements for CI cable or electrical circuit protective systems listing requirements
have been added to 800.179(G). Listing information includes specific installation
requirements in accordance with the listing to maintain minimum fire ratings. The new
provisions clarify what constitutes a circuit protective systems and how circuit integrity
cables must be part of a system installed to meet established fire resistive rating criteria.
The same revisions have also been incorporated into Articles 725, 760 and 770.
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Attachment NEC-2
Major Changes from the 2014 to 2017 NFPA 70, National Electric Code
Note:
The following discussion on the changes from the 2014 to the 2017 edition of the NFPA 70,
National Electric Code, were written by Michael Johnson, Executive Director of standards
and safety for the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), in an article titled
2014 NEC Outlook, published on the Electrical Contractor magazine website
www.ecmag.com.
This list is not all-encompassing. We have highlighted in yellow the section titles for which
the new requirements are believed to have the most affect on electrical work performed
within the Village of Glen Ellyn.
Section 90.2(A) Covered
The words “and removal” have been added in the first sentence of 90.2(A). This addition
expands the NEC’s scope beyond installation requirements to include requirements
addressing equipment removal. Current NEC rules require removal of equipment such
as those for temporary power wiring removal and those for abandoned communications
cables removal.
Section 90.3 Arrangement and Figure 90.3
Section 90.3 and associated Figure 90.3 have been revised. The revision clarifies that
chapters 5–7 may modify or supplement requirements in chapters 1 through 7. The
rules in chapters 5–7 can supplement or modify each other in addition to the provisions
in chapters 1–4.
For example, Article 770 contains requirements for optical fiber cables, and Section
770.3(A) indicates listed optical fiber cables shall be permitted in hazardous (classified)
locations, and the cables shall be sealed in accordance with the requirements of 501.15,
502.15, 505.16 or 506.16, as applicable.
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Article 100—Definitions
Multiple definitions of words and terms pertaining to hazardous (classified) locations
previously located in 500.2 have been relocated to Article 100. The words “as applied to
Hazardous (Classified) Locations” have been added in brackets following each relocated
term.
Article 100—Readily Accessible
The definition of “readily accessible” has been revised. The definition maintains most of
its existing text and now includes “other than keys.” A new informational note
addresses the common practice and use of keys in gaining accessibility under controlled
conditions.
Article 100—Field Evaluation Body and Field Labeled
New definitions of “field evaluation body” and “field labeled” have been incorporated
into Article 100. These definitions have been developed from concepts derived from
terms in NFPA 790, Standard for Competency of Third-Party Field Evaluation Bodies.
Article 100—Structure
The definition of “structure” has been revised by adding “other than equipment.” The
revision provides a clear differentiation between what constitutes electrical equipment
as compared to structures.
Article 100—Substation
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Article 110—Requirements for Electrical Installations
110.3(A) Examination
A new informational note No. 1 has been added to 110.3(A)(1). Previous Informational
Note No. 1 has been renumbered as Informational Note No. 2. The new note clarifies
that the term “equipment” used in this section can apply to new, reconditioned,
refurbished or remanufactured equipment.
110.3(C) Listing
The title of 110.3 has been revised to include the words “(product certification).” A new
Subdivision (C) and associated informational note have been added to Section 110.3.
The revision clarifies that listing (product certification) must be performed by
recognized, qualified electrical testing laboratories, and the new informational note
indicates that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides a list
of such qualified laboratories.
110.14(D) Installation
A new subdivision (D), “Installation,” has been added following 110.14(C). This
subdivision incorporates mandatory torque tightening requirements for electrical
terminations in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. It also allows for
alternative methods as provided in the instructions. The informational note to 110.14
has been deleted because it is no longer necessary.
110.16(B) Service Equipment
A new (B), “Service Equipment,” and informational note have been added to 110.16.
The provisions in 110.16 now require more installation-related detail and information
for determining arc-flash energy levels and required PPE. The nominal system voltage,
available fault current, the service overcurrent protective device clearing time, and the
label date must now be included in the arc-flash warning label. The informational note
references NFPA 70E for specific criteria related to arc-flash labels and determining
appropriate PPE.
110.21(A) Equipment Markings
The title of subdivision (A) has been changed to “Equipment Markings” from
“Manufacturer’s Markings.” Section 110.21(A) has been renumbered as list items (1)
and a new list item (2) with a new exception and informational note. New list item (2)
provides marking requirements for reconditioned equipment including the responsible
organization and date of reconditioning.
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110.24(A) Field Marking
A new last sentence has been added to 110.24(A) addressing calculations. The
additional requirements are intended to document the calculation and make it available
to those authorized to design, install, inspect, maintain or operate the system. The
maximum level of available fault current can be obtained from published utility data or
by use of calculation methods.
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Article 210—Branch Circuits
210.8(B) GFCI Protection in Other than Dwelling Units
Section 210.8(B) now applies to all single-phase receptacles rated 150 volts (V) to
ground or less and 50 amperes (A) or less as well as three-phase receptacles rated 150V
to ground or less and 100A or less. The list of locations is expanded to include receptacle
outlets in crawl spaces and receptacles in unfinished basements in 210.8(B)(10).
210.12(B) Branch Circuit Extensions or Modifications—Dwelling Units and Dormitory Units
The existing requirements for arc-fault circuit-interrupter (AFCI) protection of branch-
circuit extensions or modifications in dwelling units have been expanded to include
dormitories. The same hazards exist in dormitories. AFCI protection in dormitories is
expanded to include all outlets and devices in dormitory bathrooms.
210.12(C) Guest Rooms and Guest Suites
New subdivision (C), Guest Rooms and Guest Suites, has been added to Section 210.12.
All 120V, single-phase, 15A and 20A branch circuits supplying outlets and devices
installed in guest rooms and suites of hotels and motels must be protected by any of the
AFCI methods listed in 210.12(A)(1) through (6). This new AFCI requirement applies to
all guest rooms and suites without regard to cooking provisions.
210.52(B)(1) Receptacle Outlets Served
Exception No. 2 to 210.52(B)(1) previously permitted only refrigeration equipment to be
supplied by an individual branch circuit 15A or greater. This revision eliminates the
potential conflict with 210.22, which provides general permission for individual branch
circuits. This expands this permissive exception to other appliances, such as
dishwashers, garbage disposals and microwaves, that may be supplied from a receptacle
outlet.
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210.71 Meeting Rooms
A new Section 210.71, Meeting Rooms, has been added to Article 210. This rule provides
minimum requirements for installing receptacles in meeting rooms. All meeting rooms
of not more than 1,000 square feet in other than dwelling units are now required to
have receptacle outlets installed. Where movable partitions exist, room size is
determined with partitions resulting in the smallest size meeting room(s). A minimum
number of receptacle outlets is required and location are permitted to be determined
by the owner or designer.
As an aside, the National Electrical Contractors Association still believes this is a design
issue, and the new requirement will result in inconsistent application in the field.
However, it is a good start to address an identified need for required receptacles to
minimize misuse of cords and power strips.
Article 240—Overcurrent Protection
240.67 Arc Energy Reduction
Section 240.67, Arc Energy Reduction, has been added to Article 240. A means of “arc
energy reduction” applies to all fuses rated 1,200A or higher. This requirement has a
delayed implementation of Jan. 1, 2020, to permit the industry to develop feasible
solutions. The methods to reduce arc energy in 240.67 are similar to those in 240.87
with an additional provision permitting a fuse that would open the circuit in 0.07
seconds or less at or below the available arcing current.
Article 250—Grounding and Bonding 250.30(A)(4) Electrode
Section 250.30(A)(4) has been revised and simplified, and Exception No. 1 was deleted.
There is no longer a hierarchy of electrodes that must be used for grounding separately
derived systems. The revision clarifies that the building grounding electrode system
must be used when establishing a grounding electrode for a separately derived system.
If installed outdoors, the grounding electrode for the separately derived system must
comply with 250.30(C).
250.104(A) Metal Water Piping
Section 250.104(A) has been revised by adding “if or sufficient size” to (A)(3) and (A)(4).
The wording “that is interconnected to form a building frame” has been added to
subdivisions (C) and (D). The minimum bonding conductor or jumper sizes must be in
accordance with Table 250.102(C)(1) rather than 250.66.
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250.122(F)(2) Multi-conductor Cables
Section 250.122(F)(2) has been revised and arranged in a list format. The revisions
address minimum sizes for equipment grounding conductors (EGCs) in multiconductor
cables in parallel arrangements. A single EGC in each cable can be connected in parallel
at each end and connected to a full-size EGC sized based on the overcurrent protection
device for the entire circuit.
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Article 300—General Requirements for Wiring Methods and Materials 300.5(D) Protection
From Damage
Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) has been added to the list of raceways permitted to
provide physical protection for direct-buried conductors and cables emerging from
grade EMT, and associated elbows, couplings and fittings are permitted to be installed in
concrete, in direct contact with the earth, approved as suitable for the condition.
Section 358.10(B) requires that, where EMT is used in this manner, it must be where
protected by corrosion protection and approved as suitable for the condition.
300.5(G) Raceway Seals
The general requirements of first-level subdivision 300.5(G) are now correlated with
sections 225.27 and 230.8. Where necessary, spare or unused raceways shall also be
sealed. The type of sealants applied must be identified for use with the cable insulation,
conductor insulation, bare conductor, shield or other components.
300.22(B) Ducts Specifically Fabricated for Environmental Air
[SB]A new exception in 300.22(B) correlates requirements for wiring in ducts specifically
fabricated for environmental air between the NEC and NFPA 90A. NFPA 90A permits
cables that are “directly associated with the air distribution system” and not to “exceed
four feet.” This revision correlates existing requirements within the NEC. For example, in
Chapter 8, first-level subdivision 800.113(B) contains the same permission.
Table 310.15(B)(3)(c)
Table 310.15(B)(3)(c), containing rooftop temperature correction factors, has been
deleted. Raceways or cables must be installed a minimum distance of ⅞-inch above the
roof. Where installed less than ⅞-inch above the roof to the bottom of the raceway or
cable, use a temperature adder of 60°F.
314.27(E) Separable Attachment Fittings
New subdivision (E) permits a new product referred to as a “separable attachment
fitting.” This product is a listed locking support and mounting receptacle used in
combination with compatible attachment fittings designed for the support of
luminaires, paddle fans and so forth. These devices are designed to facilitate quick and
easy interchange of luminaires or other equipment.
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328.14 Installation
Section 328.14 requires type MV cable to be installed, terminated and tested by
qualified people. NECA 600 2014, Standard for Installing and Maintaining Medium-
Voltage Cable, has been added to the Informational Note. It provides valuable
information on installation requirements, guidelines for qualified installers, cable
splicing and more.
336.10 Uses Permitted
New list item (9) in 336.10 permits type TC-ER cable containing both power and control
conductors to be used in one- and two-family dwelling units. In these installations, type
TC-ER cable must be additionally marked “JP” to identify it as suitable for pulling
through structural members. An exception permits the use of TC-ER cable for generators
and associated equipment without the need to apply ampacity correction factors in
accordance with 334.80 or 340.80.
338.10(B) Branch Circuits and Feeders
Type SE cable with ungrounded conductor sizes 10 AWG and smaller, installed in
thermal insulation, is limited to ampacity rating at 60°C. Larger SE cable installed in
thermal insulation is no longer limited to an ampacity in the 60°C and can be applied at
75°C rating.
358.10 Uses Permitted
Section 358.10 has been revised for clarity and consistency with other .10 sections
covering uses permitted for raceways. Permissive applications for EMT in 358.12 are
relocated in 358.10 for clarity. Section 358.10(B) now addresses stainless steel EMT for
corrosive environments.
366.20, 368.20, 376.20 and 378.20 Conductors Connected in Parallel
New requirements for conductors connected in parallel are added in the .20 section of
articles 366, 368, 376 and 378. Alternating current (AC) circuits connected in parallel
must have conductors installed in groups consisting of not more than one conductor per
phase, neutral or grounded conductor. The intention is to prevent current imbalance
that can create heat and subsequent failure in the paralleled conductors due to
inductive reactance.
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392.22(A) Number of Multiconductor Cables, Rated 2000 Volts or Less, in Cable Trays
Each section of cable tray containing dividers must be treated individually with respect
to fill calculations. A ladder-type tray that is divided with power on one side and control
on the other side may now have the fill calculated by both 392.22(A)(1) and (A)(2)
permitting a 50 percent fill calculation on the signal side of the tray.
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Article 400—Flexible Cords and Cables
404.2(C) Switches Controlling Lighting Loads
The reference to “habitable room” has been deleted. Bathrooms, hallways, stairways
and rooms suitable for human habitation require the grounded conductor to be
installed. A reference to the applicable building code has been included. The section
parent text has been modified for clarity, for multiple switch locations. New text
requires connection to switch devices (where required) beginning Jan. 1, 2020. New
Section 404.22 has been added and correlates with this section.
404.22 Electronic Lighting Control Switches
All electronic lighting control switches are required to be listed. As of Jan. 1, 2020,
electronic lighting control switches (with exceptions) will not be permitted to introduce
current on the equipment-grounding conductor during normal operation.
Manufacturers will only make devices that place current on the equipment-grounding
conductor during normal operation for replacement/retrofit.
406.2 Outlet Box Hood
Section 406.2 now contains a definition for “Outlet Box Hood” that applies where the
term is used within Article 406. The hood does not serve to complete the electrical
enclosure; it reduces the risk of water coming in contact with electrical components.
Outlet box hoods are commonly known as a “bubble cover” or “in-use cover.”
406.3(F) Receptacles with USB Charger
New 406.3(F), Receptacles with USB Charger, permits these devices to be installed if
they are listed and constructed so the Class 2 circuitry is integral with the receptacle.
These devices are listed to ANSI/UL 498.
406.12 Tamper-Resistant Receptacles
Section 406.12 now addresses all 125- and 250V, nonlocking-type, 15- and 20-ampere
receptacles. New occupancies have been added to the receptacle tamper-resistant
requirements: Preschools and elementary education; business offices; corridors; waiting
rooms and the like in clinics, medical and dental offices and outpatient facilities;
assembly occupancies described in Section 518.2; and dormitories.
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422.16(B)(2) Built-in Dishwashers and Trash Compactors
Flexible cords supplying trash compactors are permitted to be between 3–4 feet long. A
longer, flexible cord to facilitate connection for dishwashers in an adjacent space is
permitted to be between 3–6½ feet long. The receptacle for a trash compactor must be
located in the space occupied by the appliance or adjacent, and the receptacle for a
built-in dishwasher must be located in the space adjacent to the space occupied by the
dishwasher.
422.31(A) and (B) Appliance Disconnects
Permanently connected appliances rated at not over 300 volt-amperes or 1/8
horsepower (hp) and motor operated appliances over 1/8 hp now require disconnects
within sight or lockable in accordance with 110.25. The provisions for locking shall
remain in place with or without the lock installed. This will require an identified
accessory for circuit breakers.
424.99(C) Installation Under Floor Covering
A grounding braid or sheath is required for all heating panels and heating panel sets
installed under floor covering. Ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)protection is
required for all heating panels and heating panel sets installed under floor covering. The
combination of a grounding braid or sheath and GFCI increases protection from shock.
Article 425—Industrial Process Heating Equipment
Article 425 is added to cover fixed industrial process heating employing electric
resistance or electrode heating technology. Article 425’s requirements are similar to
those in existing Article 424. It does not apply to heating and room air conditioning for
personnel spaces, fixed heating equipment for pipelines/vessels, and induction and
dielectric heating equipment and other special applications.
430.99 CC Available Fault Current Documentation
Section 430.99 is new and requires documentation of the amount of available short-
circuit current at a motor control center and the date the calculation was made. This
information must be documented and available for the authority having jurisdiction to
ensure compliance with 430.98(A). While a label or marking of available short-circuit
current is not required on the motor control center, it may be the most feasible method
of complying with this new requirement.
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430.130(A)(4) Circuits Containing Power Conversion Equipment
New Section 430.130(A)(4) replaces the previous informational note to address the type
of protective device for circuits containing power conversion equipment.
Where an instantaneous trip circuit breaker or semiconductor fuses are used, they must
be an integral part of a single listed assembly. This revision aligns the NEC with the
applicable product standard, UL 508C.
440.9 Grounding and Bonding
Section 440.9 now requires a “wire-type” equipment grounding conductor (EGC) for
outdoor portions of metallic raceway systems that use nonthreaded fittings installed on
a roof. Physical damage caused by activities on a roof combined with the weather can
cause nonthreaded connectors and couplings to open, eliminating the fault return path
on the metal raceway.
While this is a significant revision, there will be little impact on the industry because the
vast majority of EMT installations include a “wire-type” EGC by specification without
regard to where the EMT is installed.
440.65 Protection Devices for Room Air Conditioners
Section 440.65 was retitled “Protection Devices.” The permitted protective devices are a
leakage-current detection interrupter (LCDI), an arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) or a
heat-detecting circuit interrupter (HDCI). An HDCI incorporates all of the protection
functions of an LCDI and includes a thermal detecting function to the air conditioner’s
compressor against overheating.
445.13(B) Ampacity of Conductors
New Section 445.13(B) clarifies that generator-supplied conductors on the load side of
an overcurrent protective device are not required to be sized at 115 percent of the
generator nameplate current. Generator-supplied conductors on the load side of an
overcurrent protective device (OCPD) may be applied in accordance with 240.21(B). The
115 percent rule applies only to conductors from the generator output terminals to an
OCPD.
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445.18 Disconnecting Means and Shutdown or Prime Mover
Section 445.18 has been separated into three first-level subdivisions to provide a more
logical layout. Section 445.18(A) requires one or more disconnecting means (110.25)
that simultaneously open all ungrounded conductors for all generators other than cord-
and plug-connected portable generators. Section 445.18(B) requires a means to shut
down the prime mover, disabling all prime mover start control circuits, rendering the
prime mover incapable of starting. Section 445.18(C) provides clarity for required
disconnects where generators are installed in parallel.
480.3 Listing of Batteries and Management Equipment
Section 480.3 is new and requires all batteries and their associated battery management
equipment to be listed. The listing requirement excludes lead-acid-type batteries.
Catastrophic failures in new battery technology systems mandate rigorous testing for
safety.
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500.2 Definitions
Multiple definitions previously located in 500.2 have been relocated to Article 100.
Section 2.2.2.1 of the NEC Style Manual requires that, if a term appears in more than
two articles, it shall be included in Article 100. The words “as applied to Hazardous
(Classified) Locations” have been added in brackets following each relocated defined
term.
500.5(A) Ammonia Areas are permitted to be Unclassified
The title of Subdivision (A) has been changed from “Classifications of Locations” to
“General.” Classification of ammonia system refrigerant machinery rooms has been
revised and clarified based on provided ventilation. Ammonia areas provided with
adequate, continuous mechanical ventilation or initiation by a detection system at
concentrations not exceeding 150 parts per million shall be permitted to be as
unclassified locations. Section 505.5(A), covering the hazardous location classification
zone system, includes a similar revision.
505.15(A) New Limits for Protection Techniques in Zone 0 Locations
Section 505.15(A) provides requirements for allowable wiring methods in Class I, Zone 0
locations. The previous allowance for all intrinsically safe wiring methods in accordance
with Article 504 has been reduced. Type “ia” intrinsically safe circuits and type “ma”
encapsulation are suitable protection techniques for installations in Zone 0 hazardous
locations.
511.3(D) Classification of Locations in Commercial Repair Garages
Section 511.3(D) has been revised and titled “Repair Garages, Major.” This subdivision
and new associated Table 511.3(D) provide area classification for major repair garages
that use lighter-than-air gaseous fuels. The new informational note provides a reference
to NFPA 30A and Table 8.3.2, the origin of these area classification requirements.
511.8 Underground Wiring
A new Section 511.8, Underground Wiring, and an exception have been added. The
driving text requires either threaded rigid metal conduit or intermediate metal conduit.
The exception permits nonmetallic wiring methods under restrictive conditions dealing
with depth, transitions to metallic conduit methods and installing an equipment
grounding conductor.
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514.3(B)(3) Storage Tank Area Classifications
A list item (3) in Section 514.3(B) is new and addresses liquefied natural gas (LNG),
compressed natural gas (CNG), and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage tank areas
and locations. The new requirements provide separation distances from property lines
and from other gas storage tanks. Table 514.3(B)(2) is referenced from this new list item
for establishing classification of areas containing CNG, LNG or LPG storage or dispensing
operations.
514.11 Emergency Disconnects for Motor Fuel Dispensing Equipment
Section 514.11 has been revised to align with the requirements in NFPA 30A 2015.
Subdivision (A) now addresses only emergency disconnects for dispensing equipment
and no longer addresses circuit maintenance disconnects and breaking all conductors of
the circuit(s). Section 514.13 still provides these requirements. Subdivisions (B) and (C)
address locations of disconnects for attended and unattended dispensing facilities,
respectively.
Article 516 Rewritten
Article 516, Spray Application, Dipping, Coating, and Printing Processes Using Flammable
or Combustible Materials, has been rewritten to align more closely with NFPA 33 and 34
including extracted material. The rewrite includes organizing the previous requirements
into separately titled parts of Article 516. The revisions provide a more logical layout,
which enhances usability, and more consistency with NEC Style Manual requirements.
517.2 Governing Body of Health Care Facilities
The term “governing body” appears in multiple sections in NEC Article 517. A new
definition of the term has been added to Section 517.2 to meet NEC Style Manual
requirements. The new definition correlates between NFPA 99, Health Care Code, and
NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, as it is an extracted definition. This definition is
important because it directly relates to the governing body that makes decisions about
the level of patient care in all facility spaces. A critical aspect of the new definition is
that this body has the overall legal responsibility for the operation of the healthcare
facility.
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517.2 Invasive Procedure
A new definition of the term “invasive procedure” has been added to 517.2 and includes
any procedure that penetrates the protective surfaces of a patient’s body (i.e., skin,
mucous membrane, cornea) and that is performed with an aseptic field. Note that not
included in this category are placement of peripheral intravenous needles or catheters
used to administer fluids or medications, gastrointestinal endoscopies, insertion of
urethral catheters and other similar procedures. This revision aligns NEC Article 517 with
the term defined and used in NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code.
517.2 Patient Care Spaces
The defined terms under the main definition of “patient care space” have been revised,
and descriptive informational notes follow each term. The revisions incorporate
numerical categories (1 through 4) following each definition, and the bracketed
information contains the location of the extract. The care locations within a healthcare
facility are now defined as “spaces” and are each provided with a specific category that
indicates the level of care under that designation. The revision aligns Article 517 with
terms defined and used within NFPA 99.
517.16 Use of Isolated Grounding Receptacles
This section has been expanded into two subdivisions. Subdivision (A) provides a clear
prohibition of isolated grounding (IG) receptacles within any patient-care vicinity and is
extracted from NFPA 99. Subdivision (B) provides allowable installations of IG
receptacles that are outside of a defined patient-care vicinity. IG receptacles must be
wired to meet the requirements in 517.13(A) and (B) and include an insulated copper
equipment grounding conductor for the IG receptacle in accordance with 250.146(D).
The wire-type insulated equipment grounding conductors are required, and the
conductor installed for the IG receptacle must be identified with green insulation that
includes one or more yellow stripes.
517.29 Essential Electrical Systems for Hospitals and Other Health Care Facilities
A new Section 517.29 has been added in Part III of Article 517. This provides information
relative to types of essential electrical systems (EESs) required for Category 1 and
Category 2 care locations. Subdivision (B) clarifies that critical care (Category 1) spaces
shall be served only by a Type 1 EES. The type designations for the essential electrical
systems in healthcare facilities are new to Article 517, and they align with the “Type 1”
and “Type 2” designations included in NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby
Power Systems.
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517.30 Sources of Power Expanded
The required sources of power have been relocated from Section 517.35 to 517.30 for
usability. Fuel cells are now included as a source of power for the essential electrical
system, and it must be listed for that use. Subdivision (C) has been revised to remove
the subjective phrase “careful consideration” and now clearly includes mandatory
requirements for location of EES components and services.
517.40 Essential Electrical System for Nursing Homes and Limited Care Facilities
The words “Type 2” have been added to the title of 517.40. The revision clarifies the
type of EES required for nursing homes and limited-care facilities. The informational
note assigns categories to the types of care in these facilities and provides the trigger for
application of 517.29 through 30.
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600.2 Definitions and 600.34 PV Powered Signs
Photovoltaic (PV) powered signs are now defined in 600.2 as a complete sign powered
by solar energy consisting of all components and subassemblies for installation either as
an off-grid, stand-alone; on-grid, interactive; or non-grid, interactive system. New
Section 600.34 provides installation requirements for PV-powered signs.
625.2 Definitions
Article 625 covers electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and specifically addresses
conductive charging and inductive (wireless) charging. Eight definitions are added to
support new requirements for electric vehicle charging.
Multiple new definitions are added to address wireless power transfer. These definitions
mirror terminology used in SAE J2954, a standard that covers wireless charging of
electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. A new Part IV of Article 625 provides rules for
wireless power transfer equipment.
680.2 Electrically Powered Pool Lifts
An electrically powered pool lift is now defined in 680.2 as a lift that provides
accessibility to and from a pool or spa for people with disabilities. New Article 680 Part
VIII provides requirements for electrically powered pool lifts. Only the requirements in
Part VIII of Article 680 apply to pool lifts. This equipment is required to be listed.
680.7 Grounding and Bonding Terminals
New Section 680.7, Grounding and Bonding Terminals, has been added and provides
specific requirements for all grounding and bonding terminals. All must be identified for
use in wet and corrosive environments and listed for direct burial use. Where field-
installed in a damp, wet or corrosive environment, all must be composed of copper,
copper alloy or stainless steel.
680.11 Location of Underground Pool Wiring
Requirements from 680.10 for location of underground wiring have been relocated to
680.11. The prohibition of wiring within 5 feet of the pool is removed; all permitted
wiring methods are listed. Former Table 680.10 for minimum cover depths has been
deleted. Now, all underground wiring cover depths in the pool area must be in
accordance with Table 300.5.
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690.12 Rapid Shutdown of PV Systems
Section 690.12 was significantly revised and separated into parent text and four first-
level subdivisions. An array boundary is established with requirements for circuits
outside and inside the array boundary. Three rapid-shutdown methods are provided for
circuits inside the array boundary with an effective date of Jan. 1, 2019. The
requirements for rapid shutdown of PV systems and equipment installed on buildings
are in direct response to concerns expressed by first responders. Rapid shutdown
provides responders with a method to reduce the output of PV systems to 30 volts
within 30 seconds to allow for safe firefighting operations.
690.56(C) Marking Requirements for Buildings With PV Systems
Marking requirements for rapid shutdown were significantly revised to warn emergency
responders of hazards presented by a PV system and associated conductors. Two
specific types of markings now address the type of rapid shutdown of the PV system and
conductors in 690.12. Two new figures provide prescriptive and consistent detail in the
required markings.
691 Large-Scale PV Systems
Large-scale PV electric power production facilities are covered by new Article 691. The
number of large-scale PV systems is relatively small, but they generate more power than
the combined output of all residential and commercial PV. To qualify for applying Article
691, all provisions in 691.4 must be met.
A system is considered large-scale PV if it has a capacity of 5,000 kilowatts and is not
under exclusive utility control. Only qualified personnel are permitted to maintain and
operate these systems.
695.3 Power Sources for Electric-Driven Fire Pumps
A new informational note in 695.3 provides Code users with useful guidance for
determination of reliability. NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps
for Fire Protection, has purview over fire pump performance and the reliability of the
power source. Shutdowns, routine loss of power and overhead service conductors are
identified as factors that would cause consideration that the source as unreliable.
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700.2 Definitions
A new definition of “directly controlled luminaires” was added to 700.2. Article 700.24
was added during the 2014 revision cycle. It permits directly controlled luminaires as
emergency lighting, but the term was not defined. These luminaires may be dimmed but
must be driven to full illumination upon loss of normal power.
700.3(C) and 701.3(C) Maintenance
Sections 700.3(C) and 701.3(C) have been revised to require maintenance on all
emergency and legally required system equipment. Electrical equipment in these
emergency and legally required standby systems must be maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions and NFPA 70B, Standard for Electrical Equipment
Maintenance.
700.10(A) Identification of Emergency System Wiring
Where boxes or enclosures are not encountered, exposed cable or raceway systems
must be marked as a component of an emergency circuit or system at intervals not to
exceed 25 feet. Receptacles supplied from the emergency system must have a
distinctive color or marking on the cover plates or the receptacles themselves. The NEC
does not specify a color, but red is often used.
702.12(C) Power Inlets Rated 100 Amperes or Greater
A new Section 702.12(C) requires power inlets rated 100 amperes (A) or greater for
portable generators in optional standby systems to be listed for the intended use.
Power inlets must be equipped with an interlocked disconnecting means. Exceptions are
included for inlet devices that are rated as a disconnecting means and for supervised
industrial installations.
Article 706 Energy Storage Systems
Energy storage is becoming essential to meeting load-leveling capabilities along with
demand response as it relates to smart grid initiatives and Department of Energy
mandates on energy use. Associated and emerging technology coupled with the need
for energy storage systems (ESSs) is growing rapidly, and new Article 706 provides
requirements for ESSs in the NEC. Article 706’s scope specifically limits application to
permanently installed ESSs over 50 volts (V) AC or 60V DC to correlate with existing
requirements. This article correlates multiple other energy storage requirements in the
NEC.
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708.10(A)(2) COPS Receptacle Identification
Nonlocking-type, 125V, 15- and 20A receptacles in buildings with critical operations
power systems (COPS) and other power systems must have an illuminated face or an
indicator light to signal there is power to the receptacle. All COPS-supplied receptacles
installed where other power systems are present must have a distinctive color or
marking on the cover plates or receptacles themselves so as to be readily identifiable.
Article 712 DC Microgrids
New Article 712 provides installation requirements for DC microgrids. DC microgrids
eliminate power conversion resulting in more efficient use of renewable energy sources.
DC power sources include AC-DC converters (rectifiers), bidirectional DC-AC
inverters/converters, photovoltaic systems, wind generators, ESSs (including batteries)
and fuel cells.
725.144 Transmission of Power Over Limited Energy Cables
A new Section 725.144 was added to address requirements for Class 2 and Class 3
circuits that transmit power and data to a powered device. Table 725.144 is new and
lists permitted ampacities based on conductor types, sizes, number of cables bundled
and ambient temperatures. Conductors that supply power for data circuits must be
copper.
728.5(C) Fire-Resistive Cable Installation
Section 725.5(C) has been modified to mandate that raceway fill for each system comply
with the listing requirements for the system and not be greater than the fill permitted in
Table 1, Chapter 9.
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Article 840 Part VI and 840.160
A new Part VI in Article 840 addresses power over ethernet (PoE). Section 840.160
requires compliance with section 725.144 for PoE installations. A new Section 840.170
provides listing requirements for PoE power sources.
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Attachment NEC-4
NFPA 70 National Electric Code – Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
Chapter 2 - ELECTRICAL CODE
4-2-1. - Short title.
This chapter shall be known as and may be called the Electrical Code of Glen Ellyn.
(Ord. 3130, 8-26-1985, eff. 10-1-1985)
4-2-2. - Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to:
(A) Establish regulations for the installation, alteration and use of all electrical equipment
within the Village;
(B) Adopt the provisions of the 20172011 National Electrical Code as the basic regulations
for the installation, alteration, and use of electrical equipment within the Village; and
(C) Establish certain regulations in addition to those contained in the 20172011 National
Electrical Code.
(Ord. 3130, 8-26-1985, eff. 10-1-1985; Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
4-2-3. - Administration and enforcement.
The Electrical Code shall be administered and enforced in accordance with chapter 1, "Building
Code", of this Title and in accordance with the provisions of the ICC International Building Code
and the ICC International Residential Code, chapter 1, part 2 as adopted and amended by the
Village of Glen Ellyn, and as follows:
(A) Permit documents: The documents required to be submitted with the building permit
application for electrical work on commercial projects shall include, but not be limited
to, the following:
1. A layout and riser diagram and specifications of the complete electrical system from
the utility provider source to all new and existing transformers, meters, switchgear,
and distribution panels; and
2. A panel load schedule for each new and existing altered distribution panel that
identifies the electrical devices, the calculated load, and the overcurrent protection
for each circuit, and the total calculated load and the overcurrent protection device
for each panel; and
3. A floor plan diagram indicating and specifying new conduit and conductors run to
each electrical outlet, fixturefixture, or device.
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Attachment NEC-4
NFPA 70 National Electric Code – Proposed Amendments (Redlined)
(B) Electrical inspection: The electrical inspections required to be completed and
approved for all new or existing altered electrical systems and equipment shall include,
but not be limited to, the following:
1. When underground electrical work is completed and before it is concealed by
backfill, or beneath or within a concrete slab on grade; and
2. When the permanent electrical service to the building or structure has been
completed and before an electrical system is energized by the utility provider; and
3. When all framework has been erected, and all electrical and mechanical work has
been roughed in place, and before any insulation has been installed, and before any
wall or ceiling coverings have been placed over the framework or electrical
components; and
4. When all electrical work has been completed and prior to occupancy in new spaces
and prior to utilization of new or altered electrical systems in existing buildings and
structures.
(Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
4-2-4. - Adoption of the National Electrical Code.
The 20172011 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code is adopted by reference as the standards and
regulations for governing the design, installation, alteration, and use of electrical systems and
equipment, as this Code is intended, recommended, maintainedmaintained, and published by
the National Fire Protection Association except such portions thereof as are deleted, modified,
or amended in this chapter. At least one copy of the 20172011 NFPA National Electrical Code
shall be maintained on file in the office of the Village Clerk for inspection and copying as a
public record.
(A) (A) The provisions of the 20172011 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are hereby
deleted, modified, and amended as follows:
1. The following articles of the 2017 NFPA 70 National Electric Code are hereby deleted
in their entirety. Any electrical systems, devices or methods described in these
sections are not permitted.
a. ARTICLE 320 Armored Cable: Type AC
b. ARTICLE 322 Flat Cable Assemblies: Type FC
c. ARTICLE 324 Flat Conductor Cable: Type FCC
d. ARTICLE 326 Integrated Gas Spacer Cables: Type IGS
e. ARTCILE 328 Medium Voltage Cable: Type MV
f. ARTICLE 334 Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable: Types NM, NMC, and NMS
g. ARTICLE 338 Service Entrance Cable: Types SE and USE
h. ARTICLE 340 Underground Feeder and Branch-Circuit Cable: Type UF
i. ARTICLE 356 Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit: Type LFNC
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j. ARTICLE 362 Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing: Type ENT
k. ARTICLE 378 Nonmetallic Wireways
l. ARTICLE 388 Surface nonmetallic Raceways
m. ARTICLE 394 Concealed Knob-and-Tube Wiring
n. ARTICLE 398 Open Wiring on Insulators
2. Add new section 110.14 (E) to read as follows:
110.14 (E) Branch Circuit Conductors.
(1) All branch circuit conductors shall be connected to receptacles and switches by
means of the screw terminal(s) that are so designed and/or manufactured with
the said device. The insertion and/or installation of any conductor into the
screwless terminals of any electrical device shall not be an accepted method of
connection.
(2) The continuity of any branch circuit conductor and/or to include any identified
grounded neutral conductor shall not depend upon any device connections,
such as receptacles, where the removal of such devices would interrupt the
continuity.
3. Add new paragraph 210.8 (A) (11) to read as follows:
(11) Sump Pumps - ground Fault Circuit protection shall not be required in single
family dwelling units for sump pumps. (Unless specifically required by the
manufacturer.)
a. A separate 20 amp dedicated simplex type receptacle shall be provided
for each pump.
4. Amend paragraph 210.52 (C) to read as follows:
(C) Dwelling Unit Receptacle Outlets. In kitchens and dining areas of dwelling
units, a receptacle outlet shall be installed at each counter space 12 inches
or wider (300 mm). Receptacles shall be installed so that no point along the
wall line is more than 24 inches (600 mm), measured horizontally from a
receptacle outlet in that space. Island counter tops 12 inches (300 mm) or
wider shall have at least one receptacle for each four (4) feet (1.22 m) of
countertop length. Countertop spaces separated by range tops,
refrigerators, or sinks shall be considered as separate countertop spaces.
Receptacles rendered inaccessible by appliances fastened in place or
appliances occupying dedicated space shall not be considered as these
required outlets.
Island/peninsula countertops shall have one receptacle per the island
lengths and configurations listed below.
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a. 48 inches or less = 1 receptacle
b. 49 inches to 96 inches = 2 receptacles
c. 97 inches to 120 inches = 3 receptacles
Exception: To comply with the following conditions (1) and (2), receptacle
outlets shall be permitted to be mounted not more than 300 mm (12 in.) below
the countertop or work surface. Receptacles mounted below a countertop or
work surface in accordance with this exception shall not be located where the
countertop or work surface extends more than 150 mm (6 in.) beyond its
support base.
(1) Construction for the physically impaired.
(2) On island and peninsular countertops or work surface where the
surface is flat across its entire surface (no backsplashes, dividers, etc.)
and there are no means to mount a receptacle within 500 mm (20 in.)
above the countertop or work surface, such as an overhead cabinet.
5. Retitle FIGURE 210.52(C)(1) to read FIGURE 210.52 (C).
6. Add new paragraph 210.70 (A) (2) (5) to read as follows:
(5) Ground Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel Above Bathtubs or
Showers. All lighting outlets located above bathtubs or showers shall be
protected by ground fault circuit-interrupter protection.
7. Add new paragraph 210.70(A) (4), to read as follows:
(4) Illumination in Basement Areas: Provide illumination in basement areas as
follows:
(A) Panelboards that are installed in basement areas shall have a minimum
of one lighting fixture installed within three feet (3') of the panelboard
cover.
(B) A minimum of one lighting fixture shall be installed within four feet (4')
of the serviceable area of the furnace and/or heating system that is
installed in the basement area.
8. Add new paragraph to section 210.70 (A) (5), to read as follows:
(5) Three-Way and Four-Way Switch Locations. All rooms with more than one
entrance and/or exit to said room(s), shall have lighting fixtures, and/or a
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wall-mounted receptacle that is installed for general lighting purposes
controlled by a three-way and/or four-way switching arrangement.
9. Add new paragraph 230.23 (D) to read as follows:
(D) Minimum Service Size Single Family Dwelling. All services to single family
dwellings exceeding 5,000 square feet of occupiable area shall be required to
have a 400-ampere single phase service.
Exception: Garages shall not be included in the gross area calculations of the
electrical demand.
10. Add new section 230.34 to read as follows:
230.34 Underground electric service shall be provided as follows:
(a) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve a new building
and structure and any existing overhead service lines shall be removed.
(b) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when an addition is constructed that increases the floor
area of the existing building or structure by more than 150% and any existing
overhead service lines shall be removed.
(c) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when more than 50% of the existing exterior wall and roof
area is structurally altered and any existing overhead service lines shall be
removed.
Exception: The Village Board may waive this requirement provided the
applicant pays a fee to cover the cost of future placement of the wires
underground in a comprehensive manner by the Village. The fee shall be
based on an itemized cost estimate prepared by the applicant and
approved by the Village Engineer and shall be paid prior to any permits
being issued.
11.1. Add new paragraphsection 230.70(A)(4) to read as follows:
(4) Service entrance conductors: Service entrance conductors within a building
shall not exceed five feet (5') without an exterior over current protection
device.
12. Add new section 230.73 Shunt Trip – Service Equipment – Disconnecting Means, to
read as follows:
Shunt Trip: For a new commercial or industrial building, or main electrical service
upgrade of said buildings, with a service size of 800 amperes or greater, a shunt
trip may be required and installed in a location per direction of the Fire Prevention
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Bureau. If there is an entrance door within five feet (5’) of the main distribution
panel, a shunt will not be required.
13. Delete paragraph 230.79 (C) in its entirety and substitute the following:
(C) One-Family Dwellings.
(A) The minimum overhead service capacity approved for a single-phase
dwelling service shall be a 3-wire, grounded neutral, service rated one
hundred (100) amperes, one hundred twenty (120) to two hundred forty
(240) volts. Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than
one hundred (100) amperes for all conductors.
(B) The minimum underground service capacity shall be 200 amperes.
Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than two hundred
(200) amperes for all conductors.
14. Amend paragraph 250.64 (A) to read as follows:
(A) Grounding Electrode Conductors. Only Copper Grounding and Bonding
Conductors shall be permitted.
15. Amend paragraph 250.64 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Securing and Protection from Physical Damage. A grounding electrode
conductor or its enclosure shall be securely fastened to the surface on which
it is carried. All grounding electrode conductors shall be in an approved
raceway. The following raceways shall be approved: rigid metal conduit RMC,
intermediate metal conduit IMC, or electrical metallic tubing EMT.
Grounding electrode conductors in raceways shall be permitted to be
installed on or through framing members.
16. Add new section 250.87 as follows:
250.87 Conduit Installed Underground or Under Concrete Slabs. All underground
conduit systems, such as rigid heavy wall galvanized steel conduit RMC,
intermediate metallic conduit IMC, or PVC conduit, shall have an insulated
grounding conductor installed in each conduit system.
Exception: Service entrance conduit(s) from a utility company transformer to
a metering section or metering device is not required to have a grounding
conductor installed in the conduit system(s).
17. Add the following paragraphs to section 300.18:
(C) Electrical Conduit at Rooftops: All conduit systems that are installed on roofs
shall be rigid heavy wall galvanized steel conduit RMC or intermediate
metallic conduit IMC and supported at intervals not to exceed seven feet (7').
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(D) Abandoned Materials: All abandoned or unused rooftop electrical
equipment, conduits, circuitry, fittings and/or devices shall be removed and
disposed of properly.
18. Add new paragraph 310.1 (A) to read as follows:
(A) Type of Conductor Materials Allowed. Conductors in this article shall be of
copper type, except conductors for utility installation.
19. Add new section 310.3 to read as follows:
310.3 Conductors. All electrical conductors shall be copper and of the capacity to
serve the loads connected thereto and shall not be loaded in excess of the current
ratings shown in the 2017 National Electrical Code. The minimum size conductor
for use in residential wiring systems shall be no. 14 AWG and for commercial
wiring systems shall be no. 12 AWG except as permitted by the 2017 National
Electrical Code for remote control, low energy power and signal circuits.
20. Amend paragraph 310.106 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Conductor Material. Conductors in this article shall be of copper type unless
otherwise specified.
21. Add paragraph 330.12 (3) to read as follows:
(3) When the extended length is greater than twenty feet.
2. Amend section 334.1 to read as follows:
334.1 Scope. This article covers the use, installation and construction specifications
of nonmetallic-sheathed cable. Nonmetallic sheathed cable and nonmetallic boxes,
raceways and conduits are prohibited for any use exceeding 50 volts within a
building except as follows:
1. In environments where exposed to serve corrosive influences, or
2. Encased in a minimum of two inches of concrete. 25. Amend paragraph 352.10
(F) to read as follows:
(F) Exposed. PVC conduit shall not be permitted for outdoor exposed work. PVC
conduit used in other exposed areas subject to physical damage shall be
identified for that use.
22. Amend paragraph 366.10 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Non-Metallic Auxiliary Gutters: Non-metallic auxiliary gutters shall not be
permitted.
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23. Amend paragraph 408.54 to read as follows:
(A) Tandem (duplex), mini-circuit breakers shall not be permitted.
3. Add new section 310.3 to read as follows:
310.3 Conductors. All electrical conductors shall be copper and of the capacity
to serve the loads connected thereto and shall not be loaded in excess of the
current ratings shown in the 2011 National Electrical Code. The minimum size
conductor for use in residential wiring systems shall be no. 14 AWG and for
commercial wiring systems shall be no. 12 AWG except as permitted by the
2011 National Electrical Code for remote control, low energy power and signal
circuits.
4. Delete section 230.79(C) in its entirety and substitute the following:
(C) One-Family Dwellings. The minimum service capacity approved for a single
phase dwelling service shall be a 3-wire, grounded neutral, service rated one
hundred (100) amperes, one hundred twenty (120) to two hundred forty (240)
volts. Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than one hundred
(100) amperes for all conductors. Conduit shall not be less than one and one-
fourth inches (11/4").
5. Amend section 210.60(G)(1) to read as follows:
(1) At least one receptacle outlet, in addition to those for specific equipment, shall
be installed in each basement, in each attached garage for each vehicle bay, and
in each detached garage for each vehicle bay, or accessory building with electric
power.
24 .6. Amend section 410.139 to read as follows:
410.139 Switches. Snap switches shall comply with 404.14. OutletsLuminaires
operating at 277 line voltage shall be controlled by snap switches on a system
using a voltage of 120 volts or less.
25. Delete paragraph 760.135 (I) in its entirety.
7. Amend section 210.8(A)(5) Exception to (5) to read as follows:
Exception to (5): A dedicated receptacle supplying only a permanently installed
fire alarm or burglar alarm system, sump pump, ejector pump, refrigerator
appliance, or freezer appliance shall not be required to have ground-fault circuit-
interrupter protection.
8. Add new section 230.34 to read as follows:
230.34 Underground electric service shall be provided as follows:
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(a) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve a new building
and structure and any existing overhead service lines shall be removed.
(b) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when an addition is constructed that increases the floor
area of the existing building or structure by more than 150% and any existing
overhead service lines shall be removed.
(c) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when more than 50% of the existing exterior wall and roof
area is structurally altered and any existing overhead service lines shall be
removed.
Exception: The Village Board may waive this requirement provided the
applicant pays a fee to cover the cost of future placement of the wires
underground in a comprehensive manner by the Village. The fee shall be
based on an itemized cost estimate prepared by the applicant and
approved by the Village Engineer, and shall be paid prior to any permits
being issued.
(Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
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Chapter 2 - ELECTRICAL CODE
4-2-1. - Short title.
This chapter shall be known as and may be called the Electrical Code of Glen Ellyn.
(Ord. 3130, 8-26-1985, eff. 10-1-1985)
4-2-2. - Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to:
(A) Establish regulations for the installation, alteration and use of all electrical equipment
within the Village;
(B) Adopt the provisions of the 2017 National Electrical Code as the basic regulations for
the installation, alteration, and use of electrical equipment within the Village; and
(C) Establish certain regulations in addition to those contained in the 2017 National
Electrical Code.
(Ord. 3130, 8-26-1985, eff. 10-1-1985; Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
4-2-3. - Administration and enforcement.
The Electrical Code shall be administered and enforced in accordance with chapter 1, "Building
Code", of this Title and in accordance with the provisions of the ICC International Building Code
and the ICC International Residential Code, chapter 1, part 2 as adopted and amended by the
Village of Glen Ellyn, and as follows:
(A) Permit documents: The documents required to be submitted with the building permit
application for electrical work on commercial projects shall include, but not be limited
to, the following:
1. A layout and riser diagram and specifications of the complete electrical system from
the utility provider source to all new and existing transformers, meters, switchgear,
and distribution panels; and
2. A panel load schedule for each new and existing altered distribution panel that
identifies the electrical devices, the calculated load, and the overcurrent protection
for each circuit, and the total calculated load and the overcurrent protection device
for each panel; and
3. A floor plan diagram indicating and specifying new conduit and conductors run to
each electrical outlet, fixture, or device.
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(B) Electrical inspection: The electrical inspections required to be completed and approved
for all new or existing altered electrical systems and equipment shall include, but not be
limited to, the following:
1. When underground electrical work is completed and before it is concealed by
backfill, or beneath or within a concrete slab on grade; and
2. When the permanent electrical service to the building or structure has been
completed and before an electrical system is energized by the utility provider; and
3. When all framework has been erected, and all electrical and mechanical work has
been roughed in place, and before any insulation has been installed, and before any
wall or ceiling coverings have been placed over the framework or electrical
components; and
4. When all electrical work has been completed and prior to occupancy in new spaces
and prior to utilization of new or altered electrical systems in existing buildings and
structures.
(Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
4-2-4. - Adoption of the National Electrical Code.
The 2017 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code is adopted by reference as the standards and
regulations for governing the design, installation, alteration, and use of electrical systems and
equipment, as this Code is intended, recommended, maintained, and published by the National
Fire Protection Association except such portions thereof as are deleted, modified, or amended
in this chapter. At least one copy of the 2017 NFPA National Electrical Code shall be maintained
on file in the office of the Village Clerk for inspection and copying as a public record.
(A) The provisions of the 2017 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are hereby deleted,
modified, and amended as follows:
1. The following articles of the 2017 NFPA 70 National Electric Code are hereby deleted
in their entirety. Any electrical systems, devices or methods described in these
sections are not permitted.
a. ARTICLE 320 Armored Cable: Type AC
b. ARTICLE 322 Flat Cable Assemblies: Type FC
c. ARTICLE 324 Flat Conductor Cable: Type FCC
d. ARTICLE 326 Integrated Gas Spacer Cables: Type IGS
e. ARTCILE 328 Medium Voltage Cable: Type MV
f. ARTICLE 334 Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable: Types NM, NMC, and NMS
g. ARTICLE 338 Service Entrance Cable: Types SE and USE
h. ARTICLE 340 Underground Feeder and Branch-Circuit Cable: Type UF
i. ARTICLE 356 Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit: Type LFNC
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j. ARTICLE 362 Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing: Type ENT
k. ARTICLE 378 Nonmetallic Wireways
l. ARTICLE 388 Surface nonmetallic Raceways
m. ARTICLE 394 Concealed Knob-and-Tube Wiring
n. ARTICLE 398 Open Wiring on Insulators
2. Add new section 110.14 (E) to read as follows:
110.14 (E) Branch Circuit Conductors.
(1) All branch circuit conductors shall be connected to receptacles and switches by
means of the screw terminal(s) that are so designed and/or manufactured with
the said device. The insertion and/or installation of any conductor into the
screwless terminals of any electrical device shall not be an accepted method of
connection.
(2) The continuity of any branch circuit conductor and/or to include any identified
grounded neutral conductor shall not depend upon any device connections,
such as receptacles, where the removal of such devices would interrupt the
continuity.
3. Amend paragraph 210.8(A)(5) Exception to (5) to read as follows:
Exception to (5): A dedicated receptacle supplying only a permanently installed
fire alarm or burglar alarm system, refrigerator appliance, or freezer appliance
shall not be required to have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection.
4. Add new paragraph 210.8 (A) (11) to read as follows:
(11) Sump Pumps - ground Fault Circuit protection shall not be required in single
family dwelling units for sump pumps. (Unless specifically required by the
manufacturer.)
a. A separate 20 amp dedicated simplex type receptacle shall be provided
for each pump.
5. Amend paragraph 210.52 (C) to read as follows:
(C) Dwelling Unit Receptacle Outlets. In kitchens and dining areas of dwelling
units, a receptacle outlet shall be installed at each counter space 12 inches
or wider (300 mm). Receptacles shall be installed so that no point along the
wall line is more than 24 inches (600 mm), measured horizontally from a
receptacle outlet in that space. Island counter tops 12 inches (300 mm) or
wider shall have at least one receptacle for each four (4) feet (1.22 m)
countertop. Countertop spaces separated by range tops, refrigerators, or
sinks shall be considered as separate countertop spaces. Receptacles
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rendered inaccessible by appliances fastened in place or appliances
occupying dedicated space shall not be considered as these required outlets.
Island/peninsula countertops shall have one receptacle per the island
lengths and configurations listed below.
a. 48 inches or less = 1 receptacle
b. 49 inches to 96 inches = 2 receptacles
c. 97 inches to 120 inches = 3 receptacles
Exception: To comply with the following conditions (1) and (2), receptacle
outlets shall be permitted to be mounted not more than 300 mm (12 in.) below
the countertop or work surface. Receptacles mounted below a countertop or
work surface in accordance with this exception shall not be located where the
countertop or work surface extends more than 150 mm (6 in.) beyond its
support base.
(1) Construction for the physically impaired.
(2) On island and peninsular countertops or work surface where the
surface is flat across its entire surface (no backsplashes, dividers, etc.)
and there are no means to mount a receptacle within 500 mm (20 in.)
above the countertop or work surface, such as an overhead cabinet.
6. Retitle FIGURE 210.52(C)(1) to read FIFURE 210.52 (C).
7.5. Amend paragraph 210.60(G)(1) to read as follows:
(1) At least one receptacle outlet, in addition to those for specific equipment, shall
be installed in each basement, in each attached garage for each vehicle bay,
and in each detached garage for each vehicle bay, or accessory building with
electric power.
8. Add new paragraph 210.70 (A) (2) (5) to read as follows:
(5) Ground Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel Above Bathtubs or
Showers. All lighting outlets located above bathtubs or showers shall be
protected by ground fault circuit-interrupter protection.
9. Add new paragraph 210.70(A) (4), to read as follows:
(4) Illumination in Basement Areas: Provide illumination in basement areas as
follows:
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(A) Panelboards that are installed in basement areas shall have a minimum
of one lighting fixture installed within three feet (3') of the panelboard
cover.
(B) A minimum of one lighting fixture shall be installed within four feet (4')
of the serviceable area of the furnace and/or heating system that is
installed in the basement area.
10. Add new paragraph to section 210.70 (A) (5), to read as follows:
(5) Three-Way and Four-Way Switch Locations. All rooms with more than one
entrance and/or exit to said room(s), shall have lighting fixtures, and/or a
wall-mounted receptacle that is installed for general lighting purposes
controlled by a three-way and/or four-way switching arrangement.
11. Add new paragraph 230.23 (D) to read as follows:
(D) Minimum Service Size Single Family Dwelling. All services to single family
dwellings exceeding 5,000 square feet of occupiable area shall be required to
have a 400-ampere single phase service.
Exception: Garages shall not be included in the gross area calculations of the
electrical demand.
12. Add new section 230.34 to read as follows:
230.34 Underground electric service shall be provided as follows:
(a) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve a new building
and structure and any existing overhead service lines shall be removed.
(b) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when an addition is constructed that increases the floor
area of the existing building or structure by more than 150% and any existing
overhead service lines shall be removed.
(c) Underground electric service lines shall be provided to serve an existing
building or structure when more than 50% of the existing exterior wall and roof
area is structurally altered and any existing overhead service lines shall be
removed.
Exception: The Village Board may waive this requirement provided the
applicant pays a fee to cover the cost of future placement of the wires
underground in a comprehensive manner by the Village. The fee shall be
based on an itemized cost estimate prepared by the applicant and
approved by the Village Engineer and shall be paid prior to any permits
being issued.
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13. Add new paragraph 230.70(A)(4) to read as follows:
(4) Service entrance conductors: Service entrance conductors within a building
shall not exceed five feet (5') without an exterior over current protection
device.
14. Add new section 230.73 Shunt Trip – Service Equipment – Disconnecting Means, to
read as follows:
Shunt Trip: For a new commercial or industrial building, or main electrical service
upgrade of said buildings, a shunt trip may be required and installed in a location
per direction of the Fire Prevention Bureau. If there is an entrance door within five
feet (5’) of the main distribution panel, a shunt will not be required.
15. Delete section 230.79 (C) in its entirety and substitute the following:
(C) One-Family Dwellings. The minimum service capacity approved for a single-
phase dwelling service shall be a 3-wire, grounded neutral, service rated one
hundred (100) amperes, one hundred twenty (120) to two hundred forty
(240) volts. Service entrance conductors shall not be rated smaller than one
hundred (100) amperes for all conductors. Conduit shall not be less than one
and one-fourth inches (1 1/4").
16. Amend paragraph 250.64 (A) to read as follows:
(A) Grounding Electrode Conductors. Only Copper Grounding and Bonding
Conductors shall be permitted.
17. Amend paragraph 250.64 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Securing and Protection from Physical Damage. A grounding electrode
conductor or its enclosure shall be securely fastened to the surface on which
it is carried. All grounding electrode conductors shall be in an approved
raceway. The following raceways shall be approved: rigid metal conduit RMC,
intermediate metal conduit IMC, or electrical metallic tubing EMT.
Grounding electrode conductors in raceways shall be permitted to be
installed on or through framing members.
18. Add new section 250.87 as follows:
250.87 Conduit Installed Underground or Under Concrete Slabs. All underground
conduit systems, such as rigid heavy wall galvanized steel conduit RMC,
intermediate metallic conduit IMC, or PVC conduit, shall have an insulated
grounding conductor installed in each conduit system.
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Exception: Service entrance conduit(s) from a utility company transformer to
a metering section or metering device is not required to have a grounding
conductor installed in the conduit system(s).
19. Add the following paragraphs to section 300.18:
(C) Electrical Conduit at Rooftops: All conduit systems that are installed on roofs
shall be rigid heavy wall galvanized steel conduit RMC or intermediate
metallic conduit IMC and supported at intervals not to exceed seven feet (7').
(D) Abandoned Materials: All abandoned or unused rooftop electrical
equipment, conduits, circuitry, fittings and/or devices shall be removed and
disposed of properly.
20. Add new paragraph 310.1 (A) to read as follows:
(A) Type of Conductor Materials Allowed. Conductors in this article shall be of
copper type, except conductors for utility installation.
21. Add new section 310.3 to read as follows:
310.3 Conductors. All electrical conductors shall be copper and of the capacity to
serve the loads connected thereto and shall not be loaded in excess of the current
ratings shown in the 2017 National Electrical Code. The minimum size conductor
for use in residential wiring systems shall be no. 14 AWG and for commercial
wiring systems shall be no. 12 AWG except as permitted by the 2017 National
Electrical Code for remote control, low energy power and signal circuits.
22. Amend paragraph 310.106 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Conductor Material. Conductors in this article shall be of copper type unless
otherwise specified.
23. Add paragraph 330.12 (3) to read as follows:
(3) When the extended length is greater than twenty feet.
24. Amend section 334.1 to read as follows:
334.1 Scope. This article covers the use, installation, and construction
specifications of nonmetallic-sheathed cable. Nonmetallic sheathed cable and
nonmetallic boxes, raceways and conduits are prohibited for any use exceeding 50
volts within a building except as follows:
1. In environments where exposed to serve corrosive influences, or
2. Encased in a minimum of two inches of concrete.
25. Amend paragraph 352.10 (F) to read as follows:
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(F) Exposed. PVC conduit shall not be permitted for outdoor exposed work. PVC
conduit used in other exposed areas subject to physical damage shall be
identified for that use.
26. Amend paragraph 366.10 (B) to read as follows:
(B) Non-Metallic Auxiliary Gutters: Non-metallic auxiliary gutters shall not be
permitted.
27. Amend paragraph 408.54 to read as follows:
(A) Tandem (duplex), mini-circuit breakers shall not be permitted.
27. Amend section 410.139 to read as follows:
410.139 Switches. Snap switches shall comply with 404.14. Luminaires operating
at 277 line voltage shall be controlled by snap switches on a system using a
voltage of 120 volts or less.
28. Delete paragraph 760.135 (I) in its entirety.
(Ord. 6030, 5-14-2012, eff. 6-1-2012)
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