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• 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code 2026
  by Jake
  October 10, 2026
  Several counties have distributed emails stating that the State of Florida will adopt the 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code on December 31, 2026. It is important to note that this adoption will incorporate the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), not the 2026 NEC.  As a follow-up to the AC GFCI protection discussion, when… Read more: 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code 2026
• 210.52©(2) Island and Peninsular Countertops and Work Surfaces, (3) Receptacle Outlet Location.
  by Jake
  September 13, 2026
  Receptacles serving island and peninsular countertops are now optional rather than mandatory, provided a junction box or conduit is installed for future expansion. Outlets mounted under the countertop—such as on the side of a cabinet are no longer permitted. Permissible placements are strictly limited to listed pop-up assemblies installed in the surface or traditional outlets… Read more: 210.52©(2) Island and Peninsular Countertops and Work Surfaces, (3) Receptacle Outlet Location.
• 210.8(F) Outdoor Outlets. Exceptions #2
  by Jake
  August 16, 2026
  The temporary exception that delayed GFCI protection for outdoor HVAC equipment at dwelling units is about to expire. Several TIAs have been submitted to NFPA and will be reviewed in September, and some may extend the exception. Until any extension is officially approved, Florida contractors must install GFCI protection on all outdoor HVAC equipment at… Read more: 210.8(F) Outdoor Outlets. Exceptions #2

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