Complete guide · 2026

Apartment electrical plan:
complete guide 2026

Q: How many outlets are required in a French apartment (NF C 15-100)?

Minimum: living room 5-7, bedroom 3-4, kitchen 3-6 plus specialized circuits (cooker, dishwasher). A typical 2-bedroom apartment requires around 15-20 standard outlets plus specialized sockets in the kitchen.

Q: Do I need permission from the co-ownership to rewire my apartment?

For work inside your private areas (within your apartment), you generally do not need co-ownership approval. However, if work affects shared elements (common rising cables, electrical columns, structural walls), a general assembly vote is required.

Q: Is an electrical plan required for an apartment renovation?

Not legally required for minor work, but strongly recommended. For a complete rewiring, your electrician will need it to quote and complete the job. Insurance may also request it after a claim to verify installation compliance.

Q: How do I create an electrical plan for my apartment?

With Planelico: import the PDF floor plan of your apartment (available from your landlord or notary), place the NF C 15-100 symbols by drag & drop, draw room zones and wiring connections, then export a professional PDF. Free for 1 project, no installation needed.

Q: What is the average cost of rewiring an apartment in France?

A complete electrical renovation in France typically costs €80-150/m². For a 60 m² apartment, expect €5,000-9,000. Having a precise electrical plan allows you to get comparable quotes from multiple electricians and avoid surprises.

Everything you need to create an apartment electrical plan compliant with NF C 15-100 — whether for a renovation, compliance upgrade, or to document your installation.

Reading time: 8 min·Updated: May 2026

Why create an electrical plan for your apartment?

Whether you're renovating an old apartment or planning a complete rewiring, an apartment electrical plan is essential. It helps you visualize outlet placement, lighting, and circuit routing before any work begins — saving time and money on-site.

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Accurate quotes

Get comparable estimates from multiple electricians

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NF C 15-100 compliance

Verify all required circuits and outlets are planned

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Full documentation

Build your file for CONSUEL or insurance

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Job tracking

Monitor progress and changes during renovation

Apartment vs. house: key electrical differences

Meter in common areas

In a multi-unit building, the Linky smart meter is typically in the common hallway or a utility room — not inside the apartment. Power enters the apartment via a rising main column. Available power is typically 6-12 kVA depending on floor area.

Distribution panel inside the apartment

The apartment has its own distribution board (tableau électrique) with the main switch, surge arrester (recommended) and individual circuit breakers. The standard requires a 30 mA differential breaker for outlet and bathroom circuits.

No external circuits

Unlike a house, an apartment typically has no external circuits (garden, detached garage). Circuits are limited to interior rooms, which simplifies the plan but means every room must meet the NF C 15-100 minimums.

Co-ownership rules

Work in private areas (inside your apartment) generally does not need co-ownership approval. Work on shared infrastructure (rising mains, structural elements) requires a general assembly decision.

Minimum outlets per room (NF C 15-100)

Room	Min. outlets	Light points
Living room (< 28 m²)	5	≥ 1
Living room (≥ 28 m²)	7	≥ 1
Bedroom (< 12 m²)	3	≥ 1
Bedroom (≥ 12 m²)	4	≥ 1
Kitchen (< 4 m²)	3	≥ 1
Kitchen (≥ 4 m²)	6	≥ 1
Bathroom	1	≥ 1
Hallway/entrance	1	≥ 1

Source: NF C 15-100 (2010 edition, 2015 revision). These are minimums — a well-designed plan always exceeds them.

Create your apartment plan with Planelico

Get your apartment floor plan PDF

Request it from your landlord, co-ownership manager, or notary. A scan of your lease plan or a hand-drawn sketch works too.

Import into Planelico

Drop your PDF into the editor. Planelico keeps it as a background layer while you work on electrical symbols on top.

Place symbols room by room

Drag & drop outlets, switches, light fixtures, and specialized equipment. The live summary tells you if you're meeting NF C 15-100 minimums.

Add zones & wiring connections

Draw colored zones for each room and connect switches to lights. Your electrician will immediately understand the wiring intent.

Export & share

Generate a professional PDF with legend and summary. Share it via link with your electrician or download for your CONSUEL file.

FAQ — Apartment electrical plan

How many outlets are required in a French apartment (NF C 15-100)?

Minimum: living room 5-7, bedroom 3-4, kitchen 3-6 plus specialized circuits (cooker, dishwasher). A typical 2-bedroom apartment requires around 15-20 standard outlets plus specialized sockets in the kitchen.

Do I need permission from the co-ownership to rewire my apartment?

For work inside your private areas (within your apartment), you generally do not need co-ownership approval. However, if work affects shared elements (common rising cables, electrical columns, structural walls), a general assembly vote is required.

Is an electrical plan required for an apartment renovation?

Not legally required for minor work, but strongly recommended. For a complete rewiring, your electrician will need it to quote and complete the job. Insurance may also request it after a claim to verify installation compliance.

How do I create an electrical plan for my apartment?

With Planelico: import the PDF floor plan of your apartment (available from your landlord or notary), place the NF C 15-100 symbols by drag & drop, draw room zones and wiring connections, then export a professional PDF. Free for 1 project, no installation needed.

What is the average cost of rewiring an apartment in France?

A complete electrical renovation in France typically costs €80-150/m². For a 60 m² apartment, expect €5,000-9,000. Having a precise electrical plan allows you to get comparable quotes from multiple electricians and avoid surprises.

Related guides

How to create a house electrical plan

Step-by-step guide, NF C 15-100 compliance.

NF C 15-100 standard explained

Required circuits, minimum outlets, switchboard.

The 64 standard electrical symbols

All NF C 15-100 symbols explained.

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