Interconnection devices in District of Columbia
Which codes apply? In District of Columbia, interconnection devices fall under the 2014 NEC and the 2015 IRC.
Codes that reach interconnection devices
The edition District of Columbia enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.
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NECNational Electrical CodeThe District of Columbia NEC record2014 NECVerified
in force since May 29, 2020
Where it reaches the product. Article 705 for the point of connection, 230 for the service, and 702 for optional standby systems.
2017 District of Columbia Electrical Code · 12-C DCMR (2017-12-C90 et seq.)
The next NEC edition is in development.
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IRCInternational Residential CodeThe District of Columbia IRC record2015 IRCVerified
in force since May 29, 2020
Where it reaches the product. Chapter 37 and the electrical provisions that mirror the NEC.
2017 District of Columbia Residential Code · 12-B DCMR (2017-12-B101 et seq.)
The 2024 IRC is in development.
District of Columbia laws that name interconnection devices
Statutes, rules, and commission orders are tracked state by state.
No District of Columbia law or rule on the site names interconnection devices. The product page shows the states that have one.
For information only. Your local building or fire official decides which code applies. We check state records often but can miss a recent change, so confirm with your official before you design, permit, or install. Terms of use