Laundry circuits wrapper
Why you care (60 seconds)
Laundry areas have dedicated circuit requirements. Missing the required laundry circuit is a quick inspection fail.
Where people lose time
- Sharing laundry receptacles with general-purpose circuits.
- Forgetting GFCI requirements for laundry areas.
- Misplacing laundry receptacles outside the defined area.
This is
The rule in plain language
Provide the required laundry circuit and receptacle outlets for laundry areas in dwelling units.
When it applies
Dwelling unit laundry areas and rooms defined as laundry spaces.
What you must do (checklist)
- Provide the required laundry circuit.
- Install receptacle outlets in the laundry area.
- Apply required GFCI protection.
Quick examples
- Laundry receptacles are served by the required laundry circuit.
- GFCI is applied where required for laundry outlets.
This is not
Common misreads
- Serving laundry receptacles from small appliance circuits.
- Assuming a nearby receptacle covers the laundry area.
What it doesn't cover
- Dryer branch circuit sizing or equipment connections.
- Detailed laundry equipment load calculations.
False friends
- A receptacle outside the laundry area does not satisfy the requirement.
Exceptions & edge cases
- Combined laundry and utility spaces may add complexity.
- Dedicated equipment loads may require separate circuits.
Cross-references (NEC map)
- Primary: 210.11(C)(2), 210.52(F)
- Secondary: 210.8
Exam traps
- Missing the required laundry circuit.
- Confusing laundry circuit rules with small appliance circuits.
Field notes
- Mark laundry circuits clearly in the panel schedule.
- Coordinate laundry receptacle location with appliance placement.
AHJ / Local amendments notes (placeholder)
- Add local amendments or interpretations here.
Revision notes
- Draft wrapper created for laundry circuit fundamentals.