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City of Davis (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusAdopted
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Adopted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Existing Systems,Trenching
How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
0
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
None
Structural Calculations Required
No
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes
Ballasted attachment systems will require SE digital stamps on structural plan page sections 1-3 and digitally stamped SE calcs letter.
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
1
ESS Notes

9540A accepted - manufacturer required spacing between batteries is allowed.

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

BUS CERTS NOT ALLOWED

Electrical Diagram

Provide clear pictures of the existing main service panel. Pictures must be clear enough to read the circuit breaker ratings, as well as the labeling on the panel door.

Add note "Conduit raceways shall be provided with expansion fittings to compensate for thermal expansion and contraction. [CEC 300.7[b] & 352.44]โ€


Grounding electrode wire should be a minimum of 8AWG


Make sure the conduit is sized appropriately to fit all wires, this AHJ will reject if not correct.

Label Page

Include the warning label/placard of 705.12(B)(3)(3) on the warning labels page. Specifically the label that warns, โ€œโ€ฆ total rating of all overcurrent devices, excluding the main supply overcurrent device, shall not exceed ampacity of busbar.โ€

Custom Placards Required
1

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Davis (CA) building department before you rely on this, and treat it as a research head start, not a ruling. Getting quotes? Run them through the quote checker first.