“Electrical Code Question Of The Day”

Based on the 2020 NEC





Question:   According to the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), how many receptacle outlets are required for the countertop surface of an island measuring 4 feet by 8 feet?

a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
e) I do not know

Answer:

b) Two.

2020 NEC 210.52(C)(2) – At least one receptacle outlet shall be provided for the first 9 ft2, or fraction thereof, of the countertop or work surface. A receptacle outlet shall be provided for every additional 18 ft2, or fraction thereof, of the countertop or work surface.

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