City of Reedley (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2023

Fire Code Version2018 Building Code

SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted

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: Targeted

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions: 1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions: Existing Systems,Trenching,Derate

How Many Plansets Required: 2

Revision Required: 0

Rough Inspection: None

New Planset Required For Module Swap: 0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD: No

Wet Stamps Required: None

Structural Calculations Required: Yes

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced: 1

Setback Notes: Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed: 110

Wind Notes: Exposure Category B

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

Panel Schedule Required: Partial Home Backup

Temperature Rating: 90

De Rating Ampacity: 0.91

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: Provide manufacturer’s specification sheets that document U.L. or other accepted listing agency listings for Photo Arry components associated with this installation.

Cover Page: Please revise the plans to indicate the following on the cover sheet: 1. Building type of construction (usually VB). CBC Table 601 2. Occupancy group(s) of dwelling and garage (R3 & U). CBC 302.1 3. Please indicate (yes or no) if this structure is equipped or will be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system. 4. Building height above grade plane/number of stories

Cover Page Notes: All Jobs [General contractor is to verify the dwelling unit’s smoke and carbon monoxide alarms per CRC Sections R314 and R315, prior to the final inspection.]

Site: Please provide the wind and seismic design criteria on the drawings per CBC Chapter 16. Specify the wind speed, seismic design category and risk category.

Site Notes

Photovoltaic modules shall not cover any vent pipe or exhaust.

The point of access area will not be over any doors, windows, or other obstructions.

Electrical Diagram: Centerfed 120% allowed SPECIFY SURGE PROTECTION TO BE INSTALLED PER CEC 230.67 AND INDICATE TYPE. Please show/note the AIC rating for the new main breaker and solar breaker shall have an equal or greater AIC ratings than the existing breakers. CEC 690.13(E). or by other means of showing the PV system is rated for the available fault current.

Electrical Diagram Notes

All Jobs [the PV breaker shall be located at the opposite end of the busbar from the main breaker. // New electrical shall be located at least three (3) feet from gas meter or gas shut-off valves.] MPU [The wire size and type of the service feeding conductor for the main service panel shall be determined by the utility provider. // Grounding electrode conductor shall be sized per CEC 250.66]

All Metallic raceways and equipment shall be bonded and electrically continuous.

Label Page: Please show/note on the placard, “CAUTION: MULTIPLE SOURCES OF POWER.” Where multiple sources supply the building, the plaque or directory shall be marked with the wording, “CAUTION: MULTIPLE SOURCES OF POWER.” The marking shall comply with 110.21 (B) per 710.10 CEC

Custom Placards Required: 1

Placards Notes: Permanent placards from placard sheet of plans

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required: Mesh/Scrim