§ 7.2.1. General provisions.

(A)

Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

(1)

Electrical construction. All work and material used in installing, maintaining, and extending a system of electrical wiring for lights, heat, or power, and all appurtenances thereto; and all apparatus or equipment used in connection therewith, inside of, or attached to any building, lot or premises, done by licensed electricians, public utilities companies, or firms, corporations, or individuals.

(2)

Electrical contractor. A person engaging in the business of electrical contracting. The individual in charge of the electrical installations for that person shall have passed the Department of Professional Regulation or the County competency test and registered same with the state or have passed the state certification examination.

(3)

Licensed sign electrician. A person who possesses the necessary qualifications, training, and technical knowledge to plan, build lay out, and supervise the installation of all types of electrical signs.

(B)

Electrical code adopted by reference. Except as in this chapter otherwise provided, all electrical construction and all material and appliances used in connection with electrical work and the operation of all electrical apparatus within the City shall conform to the rules and regulations of the National Electrical Code, 1999 edition, as recommended and published by the National Fire Protection Association for the installation of wiring and electrical apparatus for electrical purposes, provided that the rules and regulations of the National Electric Code are not in any respect in conflict with the provisions of this chapter, this code, the laws of the State of Florida, or subsequent ordinances and resolutions of the City. If a later edition of this code or subsequent amendments are made the applicable minimum code, then those revisions or amendments shall automatically become the adopted code under this chapter. [Amd. Ord. 5-03 4/15/03]; [Amd. Ord. 21-96 7/9/96]

(C)

Licensed electrician permitting misuse of name. No licensed electrician shall allow his name to be used by any person or party, directly or indirectly, either for the purpose of obtaining a permit or to do any work under his license.