Electrical Inspection Question

[jmd4j]

I have a very basic question that I'd ask my utility, but currently can't reach them.

I have an agricultural barn (200 amp) that is awaiting inspection. I do not need lighting (long story), and only need electrical outlets. I have 6 outlets installed all per code (and gfci protected), but no lights. Two people that I've spoken to said for an electrical inspection, I must have at least one GFCI protected circuit and one light operated by a switch. Is this common? I'm in TN if that makes a difference.

I should be able to talk to my local PoCo today, but thought I'd toss it out there.

 

[wyliesdiesels]

Is your PoCo the AHJ? Ive never heard of a PoCo being the AHJ.

Does your city or town have a building department? I would check with them.

But yes typical inspection requirement is one GFCI outlet and a light.

 

[theoldwizard1]

My nephew is getting new service in an old commercial building. Octagon box with a porcelain, pull chain fixture within 2 feet of the box.

 

[tyme2par4]

My nephew is getting new service in an old commercial building. Octagon box with a porcelain, pull chain fixture within 2 feet of the box.

I believe the requirement is intended so that an electrician or emergency worker would have some form of light to see the main panel.