This new Code change will go into affect on July 1, 2015.
Under this new change it states that when you modify, replace, or extend branch circuit wiring it will have to be protected by one of the following devices.
(1) A listed combination type AFCI located at the origin of the branch circuit.
(2) A listed outlet branch circuit type AFCI located at the first receptacle outlet of the existing branch circuit.
So be aware that this will be enforced and you will need to comply in order to pass your electrical inspection.
I will try to send out more of the significant changes in the next few weeks to bring you up to date with the ever changing way we do our jobs.
If you have any question please email me at jleccemail@hotmail.com
Thanks and be careful out there.
Jake