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Rick18071,
The C. of O. applies to the whole house, not just the basement,
elec. service & steps.
Yes, I would lobby for moving the electrical panel out of the closet,
or make the location where it is currently located "NOT" a closet!
Access to the ocpd's is as important as the combustibles located
near the panel too, ...IMO!
The AHJ Fire Authority could cite Section 102.1 [ from the `06 IFC ]:
102.1 Construction and design provisions.
The construction and design provisions of this code shall apply to:
1. Structures, facilities and conditions arising after the adoption of
this code.
2. Existing structures, facilities and conditions not legally in
existence at the time of adoption of this code.
3. Existing structures, facilities and conditions when identified in
specific sections of this code.
4. Existing structures, facilities and conditions which, in the opinion
of the fire code official, constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property.
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