Howard@wherequalitystarts
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- bowie md
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- master electrician
can a junction box for main level condo unit be put in basement condo unit is there a code for this type of installation
ThanksI don't remember anything in the NEC that would prohibit something like that but there should be something in the specs from the engineer. It may never happen, but there should never be a reason to have to enter another unit because you're looking for a problem in another. It could also encourage theft of service if the unit owner with the box realizes that there are accessible circuits in his unit that are on another meter.
-Hal
J-boxes need access, not ready access, so it shouldn't be prohibited.
The building is actually being turned into a 2 family flat, which will be rented out by the owner(s) but both units will be separately meteredIt's not prohibited by the NEC but since these are condos each unit is individually owned just like a house. I know that sometimes it's unavoidable and things like service feeders and plumbing must be run through units, but they aren't accessible to the owners or something that is subject to maintenance. Technically or legally, this could be construed as something owned by another unit owner in somebody else's unit subjecting the unit owner with the box to monetary or other compensation.
I'm sure if you look hard enough there is something that would prohibit this. Is this new work?
-Hal
I would do it if necessary, but I would be sure to make good splices, use matching colors, and matching cables if possible.