Mike Dolt Enterprises
Mike Dolt Enterprises
User: Steviechia2, Location: Massachusetts
Asked on: Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 2:55 pm EDT
Answered on: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3:10 am EDT
Question: I have a building next to a pool which we will call a pool house. This has a bathroom, and a bar area with a roof and 3 sides that have a retractable plastic wall. (Q1) For the receptacle requirements I could use 210.52 G and only install 1 outlet for the entire building. I'm not saying I would, but I believe it is allowed. (Q2) Do you think the interior part of the walls are considered damp location which would require UF cable?
Q1: Receptacle Requirements
Yes, according to NEC 210.52(G), you could install only one receptacle outlet for the entire pool house since it is less than 900 square feet in floor area. However, this might not be practical or meet the needs of the building users.
Q2: Damp Location Requirement
The NEC defines a damp location as "areas where moisture is present in the air in such quantities that it condenses on surfaces." In this case, the interior part of the walls of the pool house is not considered a damp location. While the pool area itself is a damp location, the interior walls of the pool house are not directly exposed to the water or moisture. Therefore, UF cable is not required.
Additional Considerations
Practicality
While the NEC allows for a single receptacle outlet, it may not be sufficient for the needs of the occupants of the pool house, especially if it is used as a bar area. Additional outlets may be necessary for appliances, lighting, or other electrical devices.
Safety
If you choose to install only one receptacle outlet, it should be located in an accessible location and protected by a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) device to prevent electrical shock hazards.*
Local Codes: It is important to check with your local building code authorities to ensure that there are no additional requirements or restrictions for electrical installations in pool houses. Flag for review