In 2007, the State Legislature passed Iowa Code 103; establishing a program of electrician licensing and inspection of electrical installations throughout the state. The licensing program began in January 1, 2008 and the inspection program begins on March 1, 2009.
The primary goal of Iowa Code 103 is to improve public safety by ensuring that buildings in which people live and work, have electrical systems which meet or exceed the National Electrical Code (NEC). Please be aware extra time will need to be given so scheduling, inspections, and releases may be dealt with in a timely manner. According to Iowa Statute 103, inspectors are allowed three business days following the receipt of the inspection request to perform inspection. This excludes weekends and holidays.
Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative will be expected to follow section 103.28(1) of the Iowa Code. This states that "no electrical installation subject to inspection under this chapter shall be newly connected or reconnected for use until the electrical inspector has filed with Iowa Lakes Electrical Cooperative a certificate stating that the electrical inspector has approved such energization".
Notice of New State Electrical Program - Commencing March 1st, requests for electrical permits, fee payment, and requests for inspections may be made online at www.iowaelectrical.gov or by calling (866)923-1082. This document provides a map of Iowa and the inspection contractors assigned to the specific areas.
Electrical Permit Requirements - This document provides information on the Iowa Statewide Electrical Permits and Inspections for new construction, existing construction, and routine maintenance.
State Electrical Inspection Fees -This document provides the following fee schedule that applies to all new electrical installations in the State of Iowa starting March 1, 2009. Review examples of electrical inspection fees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - This document provides a list of FAQs. More information may be obtained at www.iowaelectrical.gov, by calling the Chief Electrical Inspector at (866)923-1082 or by calling the Electrical Inspector Supervisor in your area. The NW Electrical Inspector Supervisor is Dwight Kramer and he can be reached at (515)290-0629.
Contact information concerning details on the State Electrical Inspection Program:
- Phone number - (866)923-1082 or NW Electrical Inspector Supervisor, Dwight Kramer (515)290-0629.
- Web site - www.iowaelectrical.gov