2, switched receptacles supplied from a general-purpose

branch circuit as defined in Section 210-70(a), Exception No. 1 shall be permitted. Exception No. 4: A receptacle served by a circuit supplying only motor loads. Exception No. 5: Receptacles installed to provide power for electric ignition systems or clock timers for gas-fired ranges, ovens, or countermounted cooking units. (2) Receptacles installed in the kitchen to serve counter top surfaces shall be supplied by not less than two small appliance branch circuits, either or both of which shall also be permitted to supply receptacle outlets in the kitchen and other rooms specified in Section 210-52(b)(1). Additional small appliance branch circuits shall be permitted to supply receptacle outlets in the kitchen and other rooms specified in Section 210-52(b)(1). (c) Counter Tops. In kitchens and dining areas of dwelling units, a receptacle outlet shall be installed at each wall counter space 12 inches (305 mm) or wider. Receptacle outlets shall be installed so that no point along the wall line is more than 24 inches (610 mm), measured horizontally from a receptacle outlet in that space. A receptacle outlet shall be installed at each island or peninsular counter top with a long dimension of 24 inches (610 mm) or greater and a short dimension of 12 inches (305 mm) or greater. Receptacle outlets to serve island or peninsular counter tops shall be installed above, or within 12 inches (305 mm) below the counter top. Receptacle outlets shall be installed so that no point along the centerline of the long dimension is more than 24 inches (610 mm), measured horizontally from a receptacle outlet in that space. A peninsular counter top is measured from the connecting edge. Counter top spaces separated by range tops, refrigerators, or sinks shall be considered as separate counter top spaces. Receptacle outlets rendered not readily accessible by appliances fastened in place or appliances occupying dedicated space shall not be considered as these required outlets. Receptacle outlets shall not be installed in a face-up position in the work surfaces or counter tops in a kitchen or dining area. (FPN): The 24-inch (610-mm) dimension is measured along the wall line or centerline, and the intent is that there be a receptacle outlet for every 4 linear feet (1.2 m) or fraction thereof of counter length. (d) Bathrooms. In dwelling units, at least one wall receptacle outlet shall be installed in the bathroom adjacent to each basin location. See Section 210-8(a)(1). (e) Outdoor Outlets. For a one-family dwelling and each unit of a twofamily dwelling that is at grade level, at least one receptacle outlet accessible at grade level shall be installed at the front and back of the dwelling. See Section 210-8(a)(3). (f) Laundry Areas. In dwelling units, at least one receptacle outlet shall be installed for the laundry. ARTICLE 210 - BRANCH CIRCUITS 70-47 Exception No. 1: In a dwelling unit that is an apartment or living area in a multifamily building where laundry facilities are provided on the premises that are available to all building occupants, a laundry receptacle shall not be required. Exception No. 2: In other than one-family dwellings where laundry facilities are not to be installed or permitted, a laundry receptacle shall not be required. (g) Basements and Garages. For a one-family dwelling, at least one receptacle outlet, in addition to any provided for laundry equipment, shall be installed in each basement and in each attached garage, and in each detached garage with electric power. See Sections 210-8(a)(2) and (a)(4). (h) Hallways. In dwelling units, hallways of 10 feet (3.05 m) or more in length shall have at least one receptacle outlet. As used in this subsection, the hall length shall be considered the length along the centerline of the hall without passing through a doorway. 210-60. Guest Rooms. Guest rooms in hotels, motels, and similar occupancies shall have receptacle outlets installed in accordance with Section 210-52. See Section 210-8(b)(1). Exception: In rooms of hotels and motels, the required number of receptacle outlets determined by Section 210-52(a) shall be permitted to be located convenient for permanent furniture layout. 210-62. Show Windows. At least one receptacle outlet shall be installed directly above a show window for each 12 linear feet (3.66 m) or major fraction thereof of show window area measured horizontally at its maximum width. 210-63. Rooftop Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Equipment Outlet. A 125-volt, single-phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be installed at an accessible location for the servicing of heating, airconditioning, and refrigeration equipment on rooftops and in attics and crawl spaces. The receptacle shall be located on the same level and within 25 feet (7.62 m) of the heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. The receptacle outlet shall not be connected to the load side of the equipment disconnecting means. Exception: Rooftop equipment on one- and two-family dwellings. 210-70. Lighting Outlets Required. Lighting outlets shall be installed where specified in Sections 210-70(a), (b), and (c) below. (a) Dwelling Unit(s). At least one wall switch-controlled lighting outlet shall be installed in every habitable room; in bathrooms, hallways, stairways, attached garages, and detached garages with electric power; and at outdoor entrances or exits. (FPN): A vehicle door in a garage is not considered as an outdoor entrance. At least one lighting outlet controlled by a light switch located at the point of entry to the attic, underfloor space, utility room, and basement 70-48 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE shall be installed where these spaces are used for storage or contain equipment requiring servicing. The lighting outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment requiring servicing. Where lighting outlets are installed according to (a) above in interior stairways, there shall be a wall switch at each floor level to control the lighting outlet where the difference between floor levels is six steps or more. Exception No. 1: In habitable rooms, other than kitchens and bathrooms, one or more receptacles controlled by a wall switch shall be permitted in lieu of lighting outlets. Exception No. 2: In hallways, stairways, and at outdoor entrances, remote, central, or automatic control of lighting shall be permitted. (b) Guest Rooms. At least one wall switch-controlled lighting outlet or wall switch-controlled receptacle shall be installed in guest rooms in hotels, motels, or similar occupancies. (c) Other Locations. At least one wall switch-controlled lighting outlet shall be installed at or near equipment requiring servicing such as heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment in attics or underfloor spaces. The wall switch shall be located at the point of entry to the attic or underfloor space.