City of Tulare (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

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions: 1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions: Existing Systems,Trenching,Derate

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: Yes

Stamp Location On Plans: Center

Date On Stamps: Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced: 1

Setback Notes: Indicate on the plans the point of access on the front of the house and the back of the house.

Structural & loads

Wind Speed: 110

Wind Notes: Exposure Category B

Snow Load: 0

Snow Load Notes: N/A

Reducible Snow Load Allowed: 1

Max Attachment Spacing: 96

Structural Notes: If any boxes on the "Structural Engineering Checklist" uploaded to the files below can be marked "no", then structural engineering will be required for the project. If engineering is required: SE digital stamps on structural plan page sections 1-3. Digitally stamped SE calcs letter. AHJ requires structural if we are installing on patio cover

Minimum Ground On Roof: #10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required: Yes

Electrical Load Calcs Required: Derates,Load Relocation

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

Panel Schedule Required: Partial Home Backup

Temperature Rating: 90

De Rating Ampacity: 0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed: 1

ESS Notes: Provide ESS mounting installation instructions.

Separate ESS Disconnect Required: ESS Disconnect

ESS Elevation Detail Required: No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

ALL PROJECTS: Fill out the Structural Engineering Checklist uploaded below. If all boxes can be marked yes , then no structural engineering is required. If any boxes are marked no , we will need structural PE stamped plans and calcs for the project.

Provide the span tables from the manufacturer for the racking/attachment system

EXISTING SYSTEMS: On the site placard page, a detailed plan view diagram of the roof shall be provided showing each different PV system and a dotted line around areas that remain energized after the rapid shutdown switch is operated. Clarify which kind of rapid shut (RSD) the existing system has. One: No RSD. Two: A different type of RSD as the new system. Three: The same type of RSD as the new system. Types one and two require a dotted line around the existing array.

Site placard requirements for existing systems: Buildings with More Than One Rapid Shutdown Type: For buildings that have PV systems with both rapid shutdown types or a PV system with a rapid shutdown type and a PV system with no rapid shutdown, a detailed plan view diagram of the roof shall be provided showing each different PV system and a dotted line around areas that remain energized after the rapid shutdown switch is operated. The Directory Placard is required to comply with CEC 690.56(C)(2) whenever two different PV systems are installed. Please clarify which kind of rapid shut (RSD) the existing system has. One: No RSD. Two: A different type of RSD as the new system. Three: The same type of RSD as the new system. Types one and two require a dotted line around the existing array.

Cover Page

ALL JOBS:

Indicate the following on the cover sheet:

Building type of construction (usually VB)
Indicate the building height above grade plane/number of stories
Occupancy group(s) of the structure where panels will be installed (R3 for residential homes & U for utility/misc structures)
Please indicate (yes or no) if this structure is equipped or will be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system

EXISTING SYSTEMS

Notate the complete kWdc rating for the existing and new systems on the cover sheet
List the square footage and roof coverage percentage of both arrays combined.

Roof Plan Notes: All Jobs [THE POINT OF ACCESS FOR FIRE SET BACK PATHWAYS WILL NOT BE OVER ANY DOORS, WINDOWS, OR OTHER OBSTRUCTIONS]

Attachment Detail: If the distance from roof ridge to modules is less than 3 feet, the maximum penetration spacing is 64”

Electrical Diagram: Centerfed 120% allowed ALL JOBS The PV breaker shall be located at the opposite end of the busbar from the primary power source The AC disconnect will need a note stating it is suitable for use as service equipment. Please show/note the AIC rating for the 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. RELOCATING LOADS Panel schedule and load calcs are required. Also AFCI breakers are required if extended or moved more than 6’ (Conductor Length) from MSP per 210.12 (D) of the CEC. MPU Add the following note: "The wire size and type of the service feeding conductor for the main service panel shall be determined by the utility provider.” Add the following note: "Grounding electrode conductor shall be sized per CEC 250.66.” EXISTING SYSTEMS: Notate if the existing system is RSD compliant or not.

Electrical Diagram Notes: All Jobs [Junction boxes shall be NEMA 3R or NEMA 4 rated // The PV breaker shall be located at the opposite end of the busbar from the primary power source // New electrical shall be located at least three (3) feet from gas meter or gas shut-off valves. // Grounding electrode conductor shall be sized per CEC 250.66.] MPU [The wire size and type of the service feeding conductor for the main service panel shall be determined by the utility provider.]

Label Page: * **Rapid Shutdown Switch:** A rapid shutdown switch shall have a label located on or no more than 1 m (3 ft) from the switch that includes the following wording: **RAPID SHUTDOWN SWITCH FOR SOLAR **PV** SYSTEM** * The label shall be reflective, with all letters capitalized and having a minimum height of 9.5 mm (3⁄8 in.), in white on red background. * Please show/note on placard, “CAUTION: MULITPLE 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