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    Jan 15, 2012, 02:08 PM
    Can a breaker panel be in a bedroom
    The existing room where the panel is functions as a playroom we would like to convert it to a bedroom but cannot find any regulations governing this
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    Jan 15, 2012, 02:34 PM
    The NEC states a panelboard can't be located in a closet or a bathroom, says nothing about bedrooms.
    But check your local building codes.
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    Jan 15, 2012, 02:53 PM
    Thanks I'm in canada in ontario and the only regulations I found are as you stated and have to have 3 foot access in front of panel
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