Electrical Code Interpretation (2)


2019 San Francisco Electrical Code (SFEC) Interpretation #1
Date: January 11th, 2021

Subject: Laundry Area Circuits and Receptacle Outlets in Dwelling Units

Purpose: To provide consistent application of the requirements for Laundry Areas.
 
Question: Is it required by code to install a Dedicated Single Phase 125 Volt 20 Amp Laundry Circuit and Receptacle Outlet when the Specified Washer, Dryer, or Combo Washer & Dryer, Electrical Specification is different?
 
Response: Yes. Any Other Laundry Equipment that has an Electrical Specification that is different must follow the Manufactures Installation Instructions and would be in addition to the code requirements.
 
Reference: 2019 California Electrical Code (2017 NEC)
• 210.11(C) Laundry Branch Circuits. In addition to the number of branch circuits required by other parts of this section, at least one additional 20-ampere branch circuit shall be provided to supply the laundry receptacle outlet(s) required by 210.52(F). This circuit shall have no other outlets.
• 210.52 Dwelling Unit Receptacle Outlets. This section provides requirements for 125-volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacle outlets.
• 210.52(F) Laundry Areas. In dwelling units, at least one receptacle outlet shall be installed in areas designated for the installation of laundry equipment.

 
Ken Burke, Chief Electrical Inspector
CC: Patrick O’Riordan, Interim Director
EID Personnel