commercial use of romex
commercial use of romex
(OP)
I have an owner builder breathing down my neck. I have a call into the SB CA inspector, a new county for me, hoping for a response. NEC 2002 code applies. Mini Mart Gas Station, 5/8 gypsum over wood framed construction. I consider this NEC type II construction, no flammable vapors that I know of. So Romex should be acceptable right? Owner wants to order materials NOW! I have been jumped on in the past by old-timers that would outright reject romex in any kind of commercial setting. I am paranoid.
Additionally the Gas Pump & canopy Contractor allegedly needs 200Amp service of some kind. Anybody know what is common in the field? 230V-3phase? or the good old 230/120v. I ASS-U-ME that the vapor recovery system will be far and removed (sealed) from the mini mart area This is not part of my scope.
Thanks
Additionally the Gas Pump & canopy Contractor allegedly needs 200Amp service of some kind. Anybody know what is common in the field? 230V-3phase? or the good old 230/120v. I ASS-U-ME that the vapor recovery system will be far and removed (sealed) from the mini mart area This is not part of my scope.
Thanks






RE: commercial use of romex
1) No corrosive vapors
2) Under 3 stories
3) Not used as service entrance
4) Not embedded in cement or masonry
5) No hazardous locations, except as permitted by code
Mike
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Don
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JTK
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Mike
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Mike
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Mike
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according to this, type nm is allowable for a wide range of commercial apps.
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While it is permitted in may commerical structures, the rule I cited in my previous post is a major stumbling block. You can't use NM above suspended or drop ceilings in any structure other than dwelling units. Most commerical buildings in this area have suspended or drop ceilings.
Don
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If you are going to criticize the advice, why did you ask? It seems you've answered your own question, so have at it.
Mike
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I have learned a good lesson from all this.
NO TYPE NM FOR COMMERCIAL WORK PERIOD! I do not care if it is code compliant or not.
I do not need to open any more cans of worms, thank you.
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Sometimes asking his "opinion" before you start gets you some bonus points....along with some doughnuts.
JTK