subpanel selection

Forbidden by some codes because of likely blocking quick access and increased risk of flammables near by.

Don Young

Just to close the loop, I submitted an electrical permit amendment with the suggested wiring as suggested on this and other threads and and it just came through as approved. Going to cost me an extra $75 for the permit, but I guess that's just for the additional inspection work. Overall, I still think this is gonna SAVE me money since I'll be running almost 175' of less 12/2 cable and the subpanel kit only costs a few bucks more than buying the breakers separately (the kit comes with 6 breakers).

Thanks for all your help.