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What this is
Ordinance No. 4373 would update Richardson's electrical code by adopting the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), updating standards for electrical contractors and electrical installations.
Why it matters
This sets the safety baseline for all electrical work performed in Richardson homes and businesses.
Council action
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted
Moved by Ken Hutchenrider.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 10, 2026 Agenda posted — March 29, 2021 meeting
- March 29, 2021 Vote taken — March 29, 2021 meeting · Approved 7-0 (consent)
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — March 29, 2021
Adopt Ordinance No. 4373
Official agenda language
ORDINANCE NO. 4373, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE III, RICHARDSON ELECTRICAL CODE, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 6.111(a) AND 6-132(1) ADOPTING NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 2017 EDITION, NFPA 70, RELATING TO ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS.
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