City of Palm Desert (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

Testing

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions

1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions

MPU,Derate

How Many Plansets Required

3

Revision Required

1

Rough Inspection

Footing inspection for > 10kW

New Planset Required For Module Swap

0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD

No

Wet Stamps Required

Digital Structural

Structural Calculations Required

Yes

Stamp Location On Plans

Unspecified

Date On Stamps

Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced

1

Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed

130

Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load

0

Snow Load Notes

N/A

Reducible Snow Load Allowed

1

Max Attachment Spacing

96

Structural Notes

Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof

#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required

Derates

Allowed POI

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

Panel Schedule Required

Partial Home Backup

Temperature Rating

90

De Rating Ampacity

0.87

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed

0

ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required

ESS Disconnect

ESS Elevation Detail Required

No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

If the MPU doubles the size of the main service panel, include a note that the overhead utility lines will be buried underground.

Site Notes

Include AC-kW value for new system NOT the CEC value

Electrical Diagram

Existing EV chargers must be shown on the Electrical Diagram

Custom Placards Required

0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required

No