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City of Madera (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
Date SolarAPP+ Accepted
45180
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Existing Systems,Trenching
How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
Footing inspection
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
  • Show and label "Fire Access Points" with a leader. Not the same as pathways, but where a firefighter would place a ladder
  • 18 inches required on each side of each hip or valley, or a minimum of 3 feet on one side.

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load
0
Snow Load Notes

N/A

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
48
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

No published information about battery placement. If battery system, include this note on ELD: Producer's storage device(s) will not cause the Host Load to exceed its normal peak demand. Normal peak demand is defined as the highest amount of power required from the Distribution System by Producer's complete facilities without the influence or use of the energy storage device(s).

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Roof Plan
  • Show and label Fire Access Points with a leader. Not the same as pathways, but where a firefighter would place a ladder.
  • Show placement of attachment points on the roof plan. Show spacing between attachments. Identify lengths of all cantilevers
Roof Plan Notes

All Jobs [FIRE ACCESS POINTS WILL NOT BE LOCATED OVER DOORS OR WINDOWS OR WILL OTHERWISE BE OBSTRUCTED.]

Electrical Diagram

Include spec sheet for solar ready MPU's SLD line diagram needs to match exactly how MSP is if e.g, top-fed it needs to be shown, Include a photo(s) of the main panel, must be able to read main breaker and busbar rating. Must provide information when tapping including spec sheets for any products used during tap. Must use special listed lugs for connections or otherwise void listing on the panel.

Custom Placards Required
1
Placards Notes

Permanent/Engraved Placards Required

  • AHJ is very particular that site placard be very detailed - Correct orientation - Any gates & fences present - Does not accept generic site placards
  • Correct address must be present on main site placard as well
Non Standard Planset Requirements
Single Line Diagram

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 Madera (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.