New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 14 - HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION
Chapter 7 - BUILDING CODES GENERAL
Part 5 - 2009 NEW MEXICO NON-LOAD BEARING BALED STRAW CONSTRUCTION BUILDING STANDARDS
Section 14.7.5.16 - ELECTRICAL

Universal Citation: 14 NM Admin Code 14.7.5.16

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. All wiring within bale walls in residential construction shall be type UF or approved conduit systems.

B. All wiring within bale walls may be pressed between vertical and horizontal joints of the bales, or bales may be channeled, maintaining a minimum depth of one and one-fourth inches (1 1/4") from the surface of the interior wall finish.

C. All cable, conduit systems, electrical and junction boxes, shall be securely attached to the bale wall.

D. All electrical wiring, methods and materials in bale walls shall meet the provisions of the New Mexico electrical code currently in effect within the state of New Mexico, and any other applicable state codes or standards.

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