Fully recessed gas meter boxes are not
recommended due to difculties with gas service
pipe connections. Specic conditions must be met
where failure to comply will result in delays and
mandatory solutions being applied.
• Gas meter box must not be acting as a support
for brickwork.
• A recess, the full width of the gas meter
box, must be created. This recess must be
continued below ground level.
• The recess must have all cavities sealed to
prevent possible gas ingress.
• The recess must have full nish applied (i.e.,
render face brick) prior to installing gas
• No panel is permitted over the recess
• Provision for securing the service riser must be
provided on the left hand side of the gas meter
box (bolts to be installed prior to installing box).
• Full separation must be provided from the
electric installation
In all locations, the gas service riser (on left hand side of gas meter box) must not be recessed
into a wall and shall be left outside of the face of the wall for maintenance purposes.
5.1.6 Gas Meter Box (Fully Recessed)
Figure 22 Gas Meter Box (Fully Recessed)
Conforming Installation
(Recess Sealed from Cavity)
Non-Conforming Installation
(Other Services Installed)
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