§ 5-205. Maintenance of electrical wiring and devices.

Electrical wiring and devices located in a structure used for human habitation shall be so designed, installed, and maintained as not to be a potential source of ignition of combustible material or an electrical hazard. The rating or setting of over-current devices shall not be in excess of the carrying capacity of the circuit conductor. Defective wiring and equipment shall be repaired or replaced. No temporary wiring shall be installed as a permanent method of wiring. Extension cords shall be run directly from portable electrical fixtures or appliances to outlets and shall not lie under floor covering or extend through doorways, transoms, or other openings through structural elements. When the capacity of circuits within a building is insufficient to carry the load imposed by normal use of appliances and fixtures, as indicated by the nameplate rating of such appliances, additional circuits shall be provided or the use of excessive appliances discontinued. Necessary repairs, alterations, and installations shall be made in accordance with the state building code.

(Ord. No. 2008-16, § 2(167), 10-8-2008)