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9throwawayDERP t1_ixw0ty7 wrote

Reply to comment by AxillaRocks in Do DC rental properties require GFCI outlets? by alumni_audit

Some stuff is grandfathered. Worth checking, but older stuff sometimes gets a pass.

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AxillaRocks t1_ixwekx4 wrote

I don’t think this applies to safety. GFCI are required when near water source. Sounds like your landlord did not get a BBL nor an inspection. You can ask for the BBL number and if he can’t provide it let them know you’ll talk to OTA.

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WealthyMarmot t1_ixwr44l wrote

DC only requires that bathrooms and laundry rooms have a grounded/GFCI outlet. If the outlet is otherwise in good working order, then it wouldn't fail a housing inspection.

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AxillaRocks t1_ixwvh4r wrote

Anywhere there is a water source. Kitchen counts

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WealthyMarmot t1_ixx9y59 wrote

Not saying you're wrong, but do you have a source for that? Mine is the DC Housing Code Standards.

Obviously what you're describing has been required by electrical code since the 70s/80s, but I imagine OP's house is older than that.

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9throwawayDERP t1_ixwqgvw wrote

You can get a bbl with a very very old coa. But op should still check with the city.

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