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General Code Requirements

Q. In an unfinished basement where the ceiling joists are higher than 8 feet, can NM cable be drilled out and installed perpendicular to the joists?

A. Yes. See Article 300.4 (A)(2), and OAR 918-305-0165 amended Article 334.15(B) apply.(January 23, 2003 Tri-County Code Forum; approved by state electrical code chief for statewide application)

   
   
 

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