Codes of Record

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Interconnection devices in Rhode Island

Which codes apply? In Rhode Island, interconnection devices fall under the 2023 NEC and the 2021 IRC.

Backup switches, gateways, meter adapters, and the device that islands a home. State record read Oct 20, 2026. Data as of Oct 26, 2026.

Codes that reach interconnection devices

The edition Rhode Island enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.

  1. NECNational Electrical Code
    2023 NECVerified

    in force since Dec 1, 2025

    Where it reaches the product. Article 705 for the point of connection, 230 for the service, and 702 for optional standby systems.

    Rhode Island Electrical Code · 510-RICR-00-00-5; R.I. Gen. Laws 23-27.3-100.1.5

    The Rhode Island NEC record
  2. IRCInternational Residential Code
    2021 IRCVerified

    in force since Dec 1, 2025

    Where it reaches the product. Chapter 37 and the electrical provisions that mirror the NEC.

    Rhode Island One and Two Family Dwelling Code · 510-RICR-00-00-2; R.I. Gen. Laws 23-27.3-100.1.5 and 23-27.3-109.1

    The 2024 IRC is bill pending.

    The Rhode Island IRC record

Rhode Island laws that name interconnection devices

Statutes, rules, and commission orders are tracked state by state.

No Rhode Island law or rule on the site names interconnection devices. The product page shows the states that have one.

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