City of Elk Grove (CA)

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

Date SolarAPP+ Accepted

45204

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions

1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions

Existing Systems,Trenching

How Many Plansets Required

2

Revision Required

1

Rough Inspection

None

New Planset Required For Module Swap

0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD

No

Wet Stamps Required

None

Structural Calculations Required

No

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

Minimum Ground On Roof

#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required

Yes

Electrical Load Calcs Required

Derates

Allowed POI

Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter

Panel Schedule Required

Partial Home Backup

Temperature Rating

90

De Rating Ampacity

0.96

Battery / ESS

ESS Notes

• WE SHOULD AVOID BATTERIES IN GARAGE AT ALL POSSIBLE. THIS SHOULD BE LAST RESORT AND ONLY IF THE PROJECT WILL BE DQED BY HOMEOWNER.
• Batteries cannot be mounted in the garage unless the customer has EXISTING fire sprinklers installed in the garage.
• Show location of door and window opening in relation to ESS. (This includes SolarApp qualified projects)
• Show 3’ distance between ESS units. (This includes SolarApp qualified projects)
• Battery [ESS installed outdoors or on the exterior side of exterior walls shall be located not less than 3' from doors or windows directly entering the dwelling unit. // Individual ESS units shall be separated from each other by at least 3 ft. unless large scale fire testing documentation is provided for reduced spacing.]

Separate ESS Disconnect Required

ESS Disconnect

ESS Elevation Detail Required

Yes

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

• ALL PROJECTS: Designer signature or Greg's signature must be on each page of the plans.
• EV CHARGING: Include cut sheets for EV charger. Fill out EV checklist in files below.
• BATTERIES: Batteries cannot be mounted in the garage unless the customer has EXISTING fire sprinklers installed in the garage..

Cover Page Notes

BATTERY [INSTALLATION SHALL COMPLY WITH NFPA 855, 2023 EDITION // SYSTEM SHALL BE UL 9540 LISTED. // ESS LISTED AND LABELED SOLELY FOR UTILITY OR COMMERCIAL USE SHALL NOT BE USED. // INSTALLING CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE A COPY OF THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS. // INSTALLING CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THE SYSTEM IS INSTALLED ACCORDING TO APPROVED PLANS AND THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATING PROPERLY. // INSTALLING CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE TRAINING ON THE PROPER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM. // INSTALLING CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE A LABEL ON THE SYSTEM CONTAINING CONTACT INFORMATION FOR QUALIFIED MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE PROVIDERS. // ESS SHALL BE SEPARATED FROM EACH OTHER AND DOORS/WINDOWS BY MINIMUM 3 FEET. // FOR INTERIOR INSTALLATIONS, THE GARAGE WALLS/CEILING SHALL BE PROTECTED WITH MINIMUM 5/8" TYPE X GYPSUM BOARD. THE DOOR LEADING INTO THE LIVING SPACE SHALL BE SOLID WOOD CORE AND SELF-CLOSING. // SYSTEMS CONNECTED TO THE UTILITY GRID SHALL USE INVERTERS LISTED FOR UTILITY INTERACTION. // ESS INSTALLED IN LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO VEHICLE DAMAGE SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH APPROVED BARRIERS. // RESIDENCE SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH INTERCONNECTED SMOKE ALARMS. // PANELS AND MODULES SHALL NOT BE LOCATED BELOW AN EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING. A MINIMUM 36 INCH WIDE PATHWAY SHALL BE PROVIDED FOR ALL SUCH OPENINGS. // ESS THAT EMIT TOXIC GASES SHALL NOT BE USED IN R-3 OCCUPANCIES. // ESS THAT GENERATE HYDROGEN OR OTHER FLAMMABLE GASES SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CFC 1207.6.1]

Site

SOLARAPP:

• Site Plan will need to include all components corresponding to the legend as leaders for SolarApp EZ Plans per Fire Department review requirements.
• Need to include the entire site address on the site placard.
• include the Scope of Work on the Cover Page.
• Make sure for ESS projects the cover page note is still included (Installations shall comply with...) and the Site plan ESS notes are included as well.
• EV CHARGING: Must show location of EV Charger.

Site Notes

Battery [ESS installed outdoors or on the exterior side of exterior walls shall be located not less than 3' from doors or windows directly entering the dwelling unit. // Individual ESS units shall be separated from each other by at least 3 ft. unless large scale fire testing documentation is provided for reduced spacing.]

Electrical Diagram

• 120% rule allowed per CEC 705.12(B)(2)(3)(d)
• Only single line diagram required, not three line.
• SPD Required
• EV CHARGING: Show EV Charger and its POI.

Electrical Diagram Notes

Battery [If ESS is present, ESS shall not be within 3' of openings into dwelling unit]

Label Page Notes

Custom Placards Required

1

Placards Notes

• Full address must be on site placard

Non Standard Planset Requirements

Single Line Diagram

Non Standard Revision Requirements

• Include a point‑by‑point response letter listing each requested change and where it appears on the plans.
• Mark every change on the drawings using clouds or delta symbols.
• Incorporate all revisions requested by other agencies.
• For each change, cite the specific detail, specification, or calculation that demonstrates compliance.
• Clear, complete responses will speed up the re‑check process.

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required

Mesh/Scrim

Ground Mount Notes

• Provide trenching details on the plans, showing conduit depth, backfill material, and placement of electrical warning tape
• On sheet PV‑03, indicate a 10 ft clear, brush‑free zone around the array (per CRC R324.7.2)