Metamora |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 15. BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION |
Chapter 15.40. HOUSING STANDARDS |
Article XI. Standards for Repair, Equipment and Facilities |
§ 15.40.344. Electric wiring and facilities.
A.
Every exposed electric wire shall have insulation which is in good condition.
B.
Every switch plate and outlet plate shall be properly fastened in position.
C.
No short circuit or break shall exist in any electric line.
D.
Every fixture and outlet shall function properly and be properly fastened in place.
E.
No obvious shock hazard shall exist.
F.
No temporary wiring shall be used, except extension cords which run directly from portable electric fixtures to convenience outlets, and which do not lie underneath floor covering materials or extend through doorways, transoms or other similar apertures through structural elements.
G.
No electric circuit shall be overloaded as a result of connecting appliances which operate at high wattages to outlets supplied with wire of inadequate size.
H.
All electrical wiring and facilities shall comply with all applicable provisions of the village building code.
(Ord. 1977-14 § 11-4, 1977)