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§ Chapter 40 IRC 2021

Devices and Luminaires

10 entries from Chapter 40 of IRC 2021, organized by section number. Each entry covers what the code requires, why it exists, what inspectors look for, and common mistakes.

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All 10 entries.

Sorted by section number. Click any row for the full entry — answer, requirements, edition diff, related sections.

Switches in Damp or Wet Locations Need Suitable Enclosures and Placement
E4001.7
Can a light switch be next to a shower?
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Receptacle and Switch Boxes Need Faceplates or Covers
E4001.11
Do electrical outlets need cover plates?
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Switches Must Be Installed and Rated for the Lighting Loads They Control
E4001.15
Does every room need a wall switch for the light?
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Outdoor and Wet-Location Receptacles Need Weatherproof Covers
E4002.12
What kind of cover does an outdoor outlet need?
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Light Fixtures in Damp or Wet Locations Must Be Listed for That Exposure
E4003.9
What is the difference between damp-rated and wet-rated lights?
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Luminaires Over Tubs and Showers Must Be Listed for the Location
E4003.11
Can I put a light above a shower?
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Closet Luminaires Must Keep Required Clearance from Storage Space
E4003.12
Can I put a light in a closet?
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Ceiling Fans Need Boxes or Outlet Systems Listed for Fan Support
E4004.5
Can I hang a ceiling fan from a regular light box?
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Recessed Luminaires Must Match Insulation Contact and Air Leakage Conditions
E4004.9
Do recessed lights have to be IC rated?
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Track Lighting Must Be Installed Only as Listed and Supported Properly
E4005
Can track lighting be installed anywhere on the ceiling?
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