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(CHAPTER 27 ELECTRIC WIRING, EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS) (SECTION 2701.0 GENERAL) 2701.1 Scope: The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of all new installations of electrical conductors, equipment and systems in buildings and structures, and all alterations to existing wiring systems therein, to ensure safety. All such installations shall conform to the provisions of NFPA 70 listed in Chapter 35 except that the use of types NM and NMC cables shall not be restricted by limitations of the building height or type of construction. (SECTION 2703.0 PERMIT AND CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION) 2703.5 Homeowner permits: Subject to all provisions of Sections 2703.5.1 through 2703.5.6, a permit shall be issued to the owner or to a member of the owner's immediate family for the repair or modification (including the installation of additional fixtures, outlets and circuits) of an existing electrical system on the premises of a detached one-family dwelling, including accessory structures. 2703.5.1 The dwelling shall be designed and used solely for living purposes. 2703.5.2 The dwelling shall be occupied by the permittee. 2703.5.3 The permittee shall personally perform all required work. 2703.5.4 Prior to the issuance of a permit under this section, the code official shall determine that the request for a permit complies with the foregoing provisions and that the applicant has the necessary knowledge and ability to perform the proposed work in accordance with code requirements. 2703.5.5 The permit may be revoked by the code official if it is determined that work under the permit is not being properly performed or that the application did not comply or no longer complies with this section. Upon such revocation, the property owner may be required by the code official to proceed immediately to procure a licensed electrician to correct or complete the work. 2703.5.6 This section does not authorize a waiver or modification of any provision of this code relating to the materials, design, installation or practice of electrical work, or to the preparation and approval of plans, or to required fees for permits, inspections or reinspections. 21