ORD NO 36-2022 CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
ORDINANCE N031, -2022
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL,FOR THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS,AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED:
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE REVISED 2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE WITH LOCAL AMENDMENTS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the 2014 version of the National Electrical Code with Local
Amendments pursuant to Ordinance No. 18-2014: and
WHEREAS, a more current edition is available that would better serve the needs of the City of Van
Buren; and
WHEREAS, notice of a Public Hearing was duly published,and a Public Hearing was conducted by
the Van Buren Planning Commission to consider these proposed amendments; and
WHEREAS, the proposed changes herein were recommended by a majority vote of the entire Planning
Commission.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,THAT:
SECTION 1: There is hereby adopted by reference the 2020 National Electrical Code as adopted by the
Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners,.together with local amendments. The
provisions of Section 210.8(F)of the 2020 National Electrical Code dealing with the
GFC I requirements for Heating,Ventilation and Air Conditioning are excluded from the
adoption of the National Electrical Code.Three(3)copies of the referenced regulatory
code,together with the local amendments,is now on file in the office of the Van Buren
City Clerk and the same are hereby adopted by reference and incorporated as if set out
word for word herein.
SECTION 2: All Ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of the
conflict. The various provisions and.parts of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be
severable,and, if any section or part of a section,or any provision or part of a provision
herein,is declared to be unconstitutional, inappropriate,or invalid by any court of
competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not invalidate or affect the remainder of this
Ordinance and to that extent the provisions hereto are declared to be severable.
SECTION 3: It is of the utmost urgency that the City of Van Buren,Arkansas has an up-to-date
Electrical Code to protect its citizens. Therefore, an emergency is declared to exist and
this Ordinance,being necessary for the preservation of the public peace,health and
safety,shall be in full force and take effect immediately upon and after its passage.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the City of Van Buren,Arkansas,by its City Council,did pass,
approve,and adopt,by a vote of S for and against,thegr
Ordinance at its regular
meeting held on the 24th day of October 2022.
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Ph llis Thomas Jaco owe 1
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VAN BUREN CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
TO: MAYOR JOE IIURST AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: WALLY BAILEY,PLANNING DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPTION Or 2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
DATE: OCTOBER 17,2022
The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing,Electrical Section,has notified us that they
have received formal legislative approval for the adoption of the 2020 National Electrical Code
for the State of Arkansas.This code will replace the previously adopted 2014 National Electrical
Code(NEC).
I have attached the notice from the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing,Electrical
Section,as well as an excerpt Rom the July 31,2022,Administrative Rules of the Arkansas
Board of Electrical Examiners.The 202U National Electrical Code is now the statewide standard
for the performance of electrical work.The administrative rules specify one exception to the
adoption of the 2020 NEC which is,
"The pror,islons of,Section 210.8F of the 2020 National Electrical Code, dealing with the GFCI
requirements for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning are excluded fi-oln the tdoption of
the 2020 Mationurl Electrical Code.
.In addition to the National Electrical Code,the City of Van Buren has"local requirements"to
the adopted electrical code.Some amendments are proposed to the"local requirements"
including the amendment to section 210.8r mentioned above.A copy of the"local requirements"
is attached with the proposed amendments highlighted.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing at their regular meeting on October 4°i,2022.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the City Council adopt the 2020
NEC and the amended local requirements as recommended by city staff.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
State of Arkansas
Asa Hutchison 0 Arkansas Department of Labor and licensing Ralph T.Hudson 4
Governor Division of labor Director
CODE COMPLIANCE SECTION
900 WEST CAPITOL STE 400,LITTLE ROCK,AR 72201
Phone:501-6B2-4500 TRS:300-285-11n3-
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TO: All Interested Parties
FROM Lindsay Moore,Code Compliance,Manager
DATE August 25,2022
SUBJECT: Board of Electrical Examiners NEC 2020 Code Adoption
The Board of Electrical has received formal legislative approval for the adoption of the 2020
National Electrical Code with the following exemption:
010.13-008(13)(1)The National Electrical Code
1. The provisions of Section 210.8E of the 2020 National Electrical Code,
dealing with the GFCI requirements for Heating,Ventilation and Air Conditioning are
excluded from the adoption of the 2020 National Electrical Code.
These rules are now in effect and a copy of the Rules for the Board of Electrical Examiners is available on
the Department's website at:
https-//www labor arkansas eoy/labor/code-enforcement/electrical-inspection-and-licensing/
Please contact David Gray at 501-683-4039 or dayid.gray@arkansas.gov for additional assistance or
questions.
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7. Whether the conduct was deliberate,intentional,or negligent.
8. The deterrent effect on others.
9. The conduct of the individual,corporation or other entity during the
course of the disciplinary proceeding.
10. Any prior enforcement actions or sanctions,including warnings.
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11. Matters offered in mitigation or extenuation,except that a claim of
disability or impairment resulting from the use of alcohol or drugs may not be considered
unless the individual demonstrates that he or she is successfully pursuing in good faith a i
program of recovery.
S. ]i*nalOrder
The Board will serve on the respondent a written order that reflects the action taken by
the Board. The order will include a recitation of facts found based on testimony and
other evidence presented and reasonable inferences derived from the evidence pertinent
to the issues of the case. It will also state conclusions of law and directives or other
disposition entered against or in favor of the respondent. t
The order will be served personally or by mail on the respondent. If counsel represents
respondent,service of the order on respondent's counsel shall be deemed service on the s
respondent.
010.13-008 Tlie National Electrical Code
A. The Board hereby adopts and incorporates herein the National Electrical Code,
2020 edition of the National Fite Protection Association.
B. The National Electrical Code,2020,shall be the standard for the construction,
installation,repair,and maintenance of electrical facilities and the performance of
electrical work.
1. The provisions of Section 210.8F of the 2020 National Electrical Code,
dealing with the GFCI requirements for Heating,Ventilation and Ai Conditioning are
excluded from the adoption of the 2020 National Electrical Code.
C. In the event there are updates and new editions to the National Electrical Code,
the Board shall,after notice and public hearing,adopt such changes and editions which it
determines are necessary to insure the public health and safety.
D. The statewide standards shall guarantee a uniform minimum standard for the
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doc aH RequOrreme nts
To the Adopted Electrical Code
Ordinance No. -2020 Adopted
In addition to the 2020 N.E.C. (National Electric Code)the following Local Electrical
Requirements for the City of Van Buren,AR shall apply.
Definitions >
1. Temporary Service Poles: An electrical service connected for the use
of electrical power during the construction or reconstruction of a
structure. Temporary service shall not exceed 8 months without
approval from the building official. All temporary service poles set and
used in the City of Van Buren must be inspected before connected to
the power company.
2. Circuit: For the purpose of counting circuits for fees the following shall
constitute a circuit: Every current carrying conductor connected to a
fuse or circuit breaker in an electrical panel.
General Requirements
1. Meter base height measured to the center of the meter.
a. OG&E requirements; Min. 48 inches, Max 66 inches, 60 inches
is preferred.
b. Arkansas Valley Electric requirements: 5 feet min., 6 feet max.
c. All underground service risers for PVC shall be Schedule 80
PVC.
d. No Connections, breaks, or splices may be made in the Power
Company Supply Linevithout written permission of that Power
Company. if allowed an electric power supplied tamper proof
box must be used.
e. Risers shall be a minimum of 2"rigid metal conduit,
2. All premise wiring shall be copper conductors not less than 12
gauge.
3. Electric shall not be bonded to water lines.
4. Equipment disconnects shall not be installed on the equipment to be
disconnected.
5. Electrical panels shall not be installed within 48 inches of combustible
material, in rooms with flammable liquids or vapors, in bathrooms, or
within reach of plumbing fixtures or appliances
6. Only one electric meter is allowed at each address unless approved by
Fire Marshall and Building Official.
7. Bathroom exhaust fans shall be sized to a minimum of 0.75 cfm per sq.
foot of floor of floor space of the bathroom. All bathroom exhaust fans
must be vented to the outside air and meet the manufacture installation
instructions.
8. Circuit continuity shall be continuous and not depend on a device.
Feed through receptacles and lighting fixtures are prohibited.
Exception: GFI receptacles may be used to protect other receptacles
downstream in kitchens and bathrooms only.
9. All electrical work shall be performed by an Arkansas licensed
electrician. Only master electricians may take out an electrical permit.
Exception:A homeowner living in their home, may get an electrical
permit and do the wiring themselves for that home. Wiring will have to
meet the adopted codes.
10.The provisions of Section 210.8F of the 2020 National Electric Code,
dealing with the GFCI requirements for He Ventilation and Air
Conditioning are excluded from the adoption of the 2020 National
Electrical Code:
Commercial Industrial Wiring
All wiring-in structures built or remodeled in a Zoning classification of
Commercial, Industrial,or Government: and all structures used for
anything other than; Single family, two family or multi-family dwelling shall
comply with the following:
1. All conductors shall be-in conduit and/or an approved raceway.:
2. Flexible Metallic tubing.or MC Cable maybe used as a final
connection to a light fixture not to exceed six feet or it may be
used as a conductor if it contains a 12 gauge or larger copper
ground.
3. There shall be a maximum of eight openings (lights and
receptacles)on each 20-ampere circuit. i
4. Where the distance from the meter base or C.T. cabinet to the
distribution panel is more than five feet, a means of disconnect
shall be required within twelve inches of the meter base, C.T.
cabinet, or point of termination of the electric power company.
The type of disconnect may be either a fused disconnect or
breaker.
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Residential Wiring
1. All residences shall have a minimum 200-ampere service
installed during new construction, upgrades or repair that
involve or require an electrical service upgrade.
2. 110 Volt smoke and carbon monoxide detectors shall be wired
and installed to Code with the issuance of all electrical,permits
and be installed by an Arkansas licensed electrician. One
carbon monoxide detector must be installed within 20 inches of
the floor on each floor level.
3. Ceiling boxes shall be installed in ceilings where light fixtures
and ceiling fans will be installed. As a minimum, the ceiling
boxes must be rated to carry at least 40 lbs. of weight. All
ceiling boxes must be wired for both light and fans
4. 20 Ampere circuits shall have a maximum of 10 openings (lights
and receptacles).
5. Kitchen countertop receptacles shall have a maximum of two
duplex receptacles on one circuit and shall be protected by
ground fault interrupting (GFI) devices.
6. Whirlpool tubs shall be protected by ground fault breakers. (GFI)
7. All outside receptacles shall be GFI protected.
a. All special appliances shall be on a separated circuit to include
but not limited to reffigerators, freezer`s, washing machines,
microwaves ovens, garbage disposals and dishwashers.
9. .Each-bathroom countertop or cabinet-,drawer receptacle shall be
on an individual circuit for that receptacle and shall be GFI
protected. -No other outlets or lights shall be-on-that-circuit.All
path-Min heaters shalt be on a separatelndivtdual..ci_rcuit.
I O'Any equipment 30 ampere or above shall be on a 4-wire
receptacle.
Fees for extra trips and temporary services
Extra tip fees and temporary service inspection fees shall be fortft
'($40) per trip or inspection. [�
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Conflicts
Where a conflict occurs between any of the electrical codes, the most
restrictive shall apply
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