Is it the intent of section 314.3.1 to require
smoke alarms in single family homes when an
electrical permit is issued?
Interpretation #7285
Published January 06, 2014
Original Request
- Code Version
- 2010
- Code
- RESIDENT
- Code Description
- Residential
- Chapter
- 3
- Section
- 314.3.1
- Topic
- Smoke Detectors
Question
Answer Published 01/06/2014 at 11:35 AM
Yes,
In accordance with statutory language that was passed and
then carried into the Code.
In accordance with statutory language that was passed and
then carried into the Code.
Commentary
The language contains some exceptions for when these
alarms are not required, such as when the work is solely of
a minor exterior nature. Read the wording for the exact
application.