City of Santa Clara (CA)
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,MPU,Derate
- How Many Plansets Required
- 3
- Revision Required
- 1
- New Planset Required For Module Swap
- 0
Stamps
- Ee Stamp Required On SLD
- Yes
- 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 B
- Snow Load
- 0
- Reducible Snow Load Allowed
- 1
- Max Attachment Spacing
- 96
- Structural Notes
- Tilt kits over 18" require structural engineering
- Minimum Ground On Roof
- #10
Electrical
- 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
- 1
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
ground mounts and tilt kits over 18 require structural engineering. See CBC section 1704.6 for items required structural observation. - FILL OUT PAGES 3 & 4 for FLUSH/ROOF MOUNTED SOLAR.
If an MPU is to be included:
- A separate set of plans will be required reflecting the MPU only (no PV) Eliminate all other sheets that do not apply to this scope and verify a panel schedule and load calcs are included.
- Update the Scope Of Work note on cover sheet to reflect MPU only.
- Must include Surge Protector on ELD with note: "Surge-protective device required for new dwelling electrical service."
- Include specification sheets for new main service panel.
- Electrical Diagram
Standard
- Custom Placards Required
- 0
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Situational
- Ground Mount Notes
Ground mounts require structural engineering For GM fencing - Depending on locations of the arrays, please call Planning Department at for more info.