Yeah, the corruption in this state is unbearable. No doubt I'll get a few
recommendations for hiring out the work from the folks at the testing center
and they'll all know of a "great contractor"!

I won't be putting up something cheesy so I think I'll pass on the extension
cords . Interestingly enough, they require no permit for the building
of the wall.
The only permit I'll need is the electrical and to be honest, I wasn't aware
I couldn't
extend a circuit without a permit until now. Once I have the permit, I'll
have to
grandfather a few other bits I've already done (added a circuit and
subpanel).

Ahh the beauracracy of it all. I suppose it's all meant to keep us safe
though.
Cheers,
cc
ps. hadn't thought of the library. Do those still exist with the internet
in full swing? Just kidding....



I'll pass the exam
"zxcvbob" wrote in message
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Is there an electrical outlet nearby? Hang the fixture from hooks (do not
permanently attach them to the wall) and plug them into an extension cord.
You can redo them later; this is just to say FU to the inspector because
you won't need a permit for it. Or maybe you can use kerosene lamps. You
can redo it later after they sign off on the structural work and nobody is
looking.

I ordinarily would not recommend doing the work without a permit, but is
sounds like the permit system there is designed to screw homeowners, and I
doubt anybody can pass their test on the second try (if you do pass,
they'll say you cheated.) The reason for the 30 days until you can take
the test again is so you'll hire out the work to one of their buddies.

Someone else said go to the library to get last years code book. Good
idea.

If they have adopted the NEC into law, they need to have a copy available
for reference. You won't be able to take it home but you should be able
to demand to read it.

Best regards,
Bob