Bathroom outlets

[Dave F]

I'm planning a 2nd bathroom at my house. it will be 7' by 11'. I've read about outlet spacing minimums, and that any wall more than 2' wide needs an outlet. It also seems there are different standards for different types of room. the way the bathroom is laid out, the toilet will back against the "short" side of the room, next to the shower stall. the wall width behind the toilet is about 45" wide before the shower stall starts. do I need to put an outlet on that wall?

Thanks,
Dave

[Jerry Peck - Codeman]

[Dave F]

Thanks,

I didn't think it would be too wise to put an outlet that close to the shower. As far as AFCI devices go, is an AFCI also a GFCI? in other words, can an outlet be both at the same time? I would think so. On another note, I've also read that a light switch cannot be within 60" of a tub or shower. Is that accurate? This wouldn't be an issue with the main overhead lights, but I would need to rethink where I'm putting the switch for the vanity lights if this is true. Not a big deal to change the plan.

Thanks

[Jerry Peck - Codeman]