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    Aug 10, 2007, 06:27 AM
    Receptical outlets in a basement
    I'm adding electrical outlets to my basement remodeling and would like to know if there is a code regulation with regards to the height from the floor that the receptacles need to be.
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    Aug 10, 2007, 09:13 AM
    There is no code on height for residential outlets. Only in commercial if the building needs to be ADA compliant.
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