📋 District of Columbia Permit Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| NEC Edition | 2014 |
| IRC Edition | 2015 |
| Permit Authority | DCRA (Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs) |
| Statewide Code | Yes |
| Licensing Board | See state website |
⚠️ Key Things to Know About Permitting in District of Columbia
- Older code editions still in effect — 2014 NEC, 2015 IRC
- Slow permit process — DC is notorious for delays
- DCRA: dcra.dc.gov
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