N.Y.C. Admin. Code § EBC 808: Section EBC 808: Electrical

808.1 New installations.

All newly installed electrical equipment and wiring relating to work done in any work area shall comply with all applicable requirements of the New York City Electrical Code and as provided for in Sections 808.3 through 808.5 of this code.

808.2 Existing installations.

Existing wiring and equipment supplying the work area that is found to be defective shall be upgraded in Group A-1, A-2, A-5, H and I occupancies to meet the requirements of the New York City Electrical Code. For purposes of this section, the term “defective wiring” means wiring methods and materials that do not conform to the requirements of Article 110 of the New York City Electrical Code and present an imminent danger to occupants. Examples of defective wiring include unprotected conductors or oversized overcurrent protection devices that are unsuitable for the environment they are installed in, and obsolete wiring methods such as knob and tube. For purposes of this section, the term “defective equipment” means any electrical equipment or its installations that are found to be dangerous to human life or property. Examples of defective equipment include ungrounded and unbonded equipment; equipment that is overloaded and inadequate to serve the connected loads; unapproved or unlisted equipment; deteriorating equipment; and equipment that is corroded or shows signs of water damage.

808.3 Residential occupancies.

Any work within a dwelling unit in Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies that involves the removal of wall coverings (such as gypsum-board and plaster) or relocation / addition of walls and partitions in the work area must conform to the requirements of Sections 210.52 and 210.70 of the New York City Electrical Code with respect to the required receptacle outlets and lighting outlets in the dwelling unit. Any work within a dwelling unit in Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies that does not involve the removal of wall coverings (such as gypsum-board and plaster) or relocation / addition of walls and partitions in the work area shall require the installation of new receptacle outlets and lighting outlets in any work area in accordance with the requirements of Sections 808.3.1 through 808.3.6.

808.3.1 Enclosed areas.

All enclosed areas, other than closets, kitchens, basements, garages, hallways, laundry areas, utility areas, storage areas and bathrooms shall have a minimum of 2 duplex receptacle outlets or 1 duplex receptacle outlet and 1 ceiling or wall-type lighting outlet.

808.3.2 Kitchens.

Kitchen areas shall have a minimum of 2 duplex receptacle outlets.

808.3.3 Laundry areas.

Laundry areas shall have a minimum of 1 duplex receptacle outlet located near the laundry equipment and installed on an independent circuit.

808.3.4 Ground fault circuit interruption.

Newly installed receptacles shall be provided with ground fault circuit interruption as required by the New York City Electrical Code.

808.3.5 Minimum lighting outlets.

At least 1 lighting outlet shall be provided in every bathroom, hallway, stairway, attached garage, and detached garage with electric power, and to illuminate outdoor entrances and exits. Such lighting outlets, and associated controls, shall comply with any applicable requirements of the New York City Electrical Code.

808.3.6 Utility rooms and basements.

At least 1 lighting outlet shall be provided in utility rooms and basements where such spaces are used for storage or contain equipment requiring service.

808.4 Space for equipment.

In Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies, working space and dedicated space for electrical equipment including, but not limited to, panelboards, control panels and equipment disconnecting means in which there are exposed live parts when covers are opened or removed for troubleshooting, maintenance or similar activities, shall be provided in accordance with Article 110 of the 

New York City Electrical Code.

808.5 Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in dwelling or sleeping units.

Installation of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in dwelling and sleeping units pursuant to Section 804.4.3.1 of this code shall comply with the applicable provisions of NFPA 72 as modified by Appendix Q of the New York City Building Code and New York City Electrical Code.