Chapter 15.15
ADOPTION OF THE 2007 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE

Sections:

15.15.010    Adoption of the California Electrical Code, 2007 Edition.

15.15.020    Amendments.

15.15.030    Findings – Amendment to California Electrical Code Section 310.14.

15.15.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code, 2007 Edition.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 50022.2, the city council hereby adopts by reference the 2007 Edition of the California Electrical Code referred to in this chapter by reference. A copy of the electrical code as adopted is on file in the office of the building official and is open for public inspection. [Ord. 276 § 3, 2008; Ord. 198 § 3, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.3.01.]

15.15.020 Amendments.

Section 310.14 is amended to read as follows:

Aluminum Conductor Material. Solid aluminum conductors No. 6 (six) and larger electrical grade aluminum alloy conductor material shall be the size and type of aluminum conductor approved for installation and use.

[Ord. 276 § 3, 2008; Ord. 198 § 3, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.3.02.]

15.15.030 Findings – Amendment to California Electrical Code Section 310.14.

A. Express Finding. The use of aluminum and copper-coated aluminum conductors, feeder conductors, branch circuit conductors, taps and service entrance cable is expressly prohibited, notwithstanding all provisions of the 2007 California Electrical Code. The coefficient of expansion of aluminum has created untold problems whereby outside ambient temperatures in sunlight reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit. When load is applied, that generates additional heat, failure occurs and creates motor burnout, fires, electrical shock and hazards detrimental to the general public.

B. The topography of the city is such that traffic and circulation congestion presently existing often places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk. This condition will be exacerbated by any major disaster, including any earthquake wherein damage to the highway system will occur. This condition makes the need for additional on-site protection for property occupants necessary. [Ord. 276 § 7, 2008.]