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So your initial claim was a gross exaggeration. You initially said there was no "constructible" countertop at all, thus making it impossible to build. Now you are saying it's not only constructible, it's possible to comply by modifying off-the-shelf components.

I hope your critique of the bans on plastic bags and happy meal toys is stronger than this.

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It depends on the municipality but the code usually requires an outlet every 18" to 24" on or above the countertop for small appliances so no, such a modification would not bring the installation up to code.

Unless the countertop near the corner has a depth of 18" or less, it would be very difficult to fulfill all requirements.

That construction is still quite expensive and must look hideous. Sounds like a typical well-meaning regulation that's made without considering the consequences.

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