I just moved into a recently renovated apartment in Riverside and there aren't a lot of electrical outlets in the unit. I mentioned this to a friend from out of state and he was saying a lot of new codes require outlets every 6 feet. Anyone know anything about this and whether or not it applies to renovation work?
New construction is 1:12' in living areas, corridors, kitchens & bathrooms have their own special details.
You question of it being an issue it that it's not, unless they do renovations that hit a certain % of the property value, they can leave everything as is. If they exceed said %, then they have to bring the entire structure to code: electrical, mechanical, plumbing & structural. Therefore, most leasors will not do that much to thier property in the way of renovations. A little here, a little there, build the value up so that they can do more without hitting the threshold.
I see - thanks for the info!
If you rent a historic property, you cant always expect outlets all over the place. Its give and take. As an owner with historic properties, when I rent, you see it as you get it. If outlets are a concern you should check that before you move in.
So if I move to tinseltown I should expect to have a park within walking distance from my residence like I have in Riverside. Just curious.