ATTENTION ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS: 2020 NEC EFFECTIVE DATE IS 12/31/23
For permits issued on or after Dec. 31, 2023, the 2020 National Electrical Code will be enforced. With dozens of changes from the 2017 edition, electrical contractors should prepare now to comply with new requirements. This is a brief sampling of significant changes:
TERMINAL TORQUE, 110.14 (D)
When a tightening torque is indicated by the manufacturer, an approved means must be used to achieve the torque value.
GFCI PROTECTION, 210.8
Protection is mandated for receptacles up to 250 volts in specified locations and for all outdoor dwelling unit non-lighting outlets up to 50 amps, regardless of connection method. Equipment service receptacles will also require GFCI protection, as will some 3-phase commercial receptacles in specified locations.
DWELLING UNIT KITCHEN ISLAND RECEPTACLES, 210.52 (C)(2)
The quantity of receptacles is determined by the area of the countertop surface.
SURGE PROTECTION, DWELLING UNITS, 230.67
Required at all dwelling unit services, and must be installed during a service alteration.
EMERGENCY DISCONNECTS, DWELLING UNITS, 230.85
An exterior disconnecting means must be provided and labeled according to its purpose.
FAN-RATED BOXES, DWELLING UNITS, 314.27 (C)
Most ceiling boxes will need to be listed for paddle fan support
DOCK WIRING, ARTICLE 555
Requirements for equipotential bonding and GFPE feeder protection are added.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING, 625.54
GFCI protection is required.
We encourage you to take advantage of classes and other resources that will help in navigating this
new edition of the National Electrical Code.