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2017 Code Changes: Article Section 210.11(C)(4) Garage Branch Circuits

Section 210.11(C)(4) Garage Branch Circuits

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Section 210.11(C)(4) Garage Branch Circuits

Section 210.11(C)(4) Garage Branch Circuits

(4) Garage Branch Circuits. In addition to the number of branch circuits required by other parts of this section, at least one 120-volt, 20-ampere branch circuit shall be installed to supply receptacle outlets in attached garages and detached garages with electrical power. This circuit shall have no other outlets.

Exception: This circuit shall be permitted to supply readily accessible outdoor receptacles.

Analysis of the Change

A new Section 210.11(C)(4) was added to the 2017 NEC to require a 120-volt, 20-ampere branch circuit to attached or detached garages in residential dwelling units that have power. Appliances and tools used in garages may be rated at 12- to 16-amperes or higher and demand at least a 20-ampere rated branch circuit. A 15-ampere rated branch circuit in the modern garage is typically not sufficient. The exception allows for readily accessible outdoor receptacle outlets to be used on the 20-ampere branch circuit.

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