§ 7-21. Exemptions.

(a)

A homeowner may personally install electrical conductors or equipment within that person's own home if the owner files with the chief electrical inspector approved plans and specifications, has satisfied the chief electrical inspector as to that person's ability to install electrical wiring, applies for and secures a permit, pays required fees, does work in accordance with this article, and applies for inspection.

Work performed by a homeowner under the provisions of this section must be done by such homeowner on the homestead premises owned and occupied by such homeowner without compensation. A homeowner shall not employ another person to assist such homeowner in any way on the work.

(b)

The provisions of this article shall not apply to the installation, alteration, or repair of electrical equipment installed for or by an electric utility company for the use of such company in the generation, transmission, distribution, or metering of electricity.

(c)

[The following shall also be exempt from the provisions of this article:] Installation, maintenance, and removal of outdoor temporary electrical power facilities which are owned, installed, operated, and maintained by an electrical utility, on property owned by the utility or for which a written agreement is entered into between the utility and the property owner granting the utility the right to install, maintain, operate, and remove the outdoor temporary electric power facilities or on a dedicated utility easement, and used for the purpose of providing temporary electric power during the construction of single-family residences; provided that the utility:

(1)

Remains responsible for the safe operations and maintenance of the installation;

(2)

Adheres to the provisions of the National Electrical Safety Code or its successor;

(3)

Complies with all other applicable ordinances, rules and regulations of the city; and

(4)

Terminates service if requested by the chief electrical inspector for public safety and health reasons because a known dangerous condition exists.

(Ord. No. 6977, § 6, 2-3-04)