Dotti, I'm assuming your microwave is over the stove? For safety, there needs to be a specific amount of clearance between the bottom of the microwave and the top of the range. I believe it varies according to the microwave manufacturer, but my recollection is that it should be at least 16". If not, it may come up as a violation during a home inspection.
When we remodeled our kitchen, we wanted to put a taller cabinet above the microwave but the kitchen designer said we couldn't since the bottom of the microwave would be too close to the stove.
Maybe the home warranty department can assist with more accurate info as to the exact code requirements.
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