County of Santa Clara (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
- Adopted
- Date SolarAPP+ Accepted
- 45020
- Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- 1
- SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- Existing Systems,Trenching
- 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
- 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
- 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
**Ground Mounts** * Justify use of Wind Exposure selected for the design of proposed PV Array structure * Justify use of Soil Class selected for the design of proposed PV Array structure. **Batteries** * If the ESS weighs more than 400Ibs or will be mounted with a center of mass located 4 ft or more above the floor, structural calculations are required for the attachment of the ESS to the wall. * Disclaimer from PE stating "stamped for existing roof and PV attachment only" must be revised to include the battery
- Minimum Ground On Roof
- #10
Electrical
- Electrical Load Calcs Required
- Derates
- Allowed POI
- Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps
- Panel Schedule Required
- Partial Home Backup
- Temperature Rating
- 75
- De Rating Ampacity
- 0.91
- BOS Restrictions
Standard
Battery / ESS
- Unique Battery Placards Needed
- 0
- ESS Notes
Provide a simple and clear description of scope of work such as installing a XXX kw PV system with XXX kwh ESS batteries. See SD&S A-7 Protection for ESS Subject to Vehicle Damage 04.27.2021.doc for interior garage placement. Plans to include a detail of the attachment of the ESS battery to the floor/ wall assembly
Individual units shall be separated from each other by not less than 3’ except where smaller separation distances are documented to be adequate based on large scale fire testing complying with Section 1206.1.5 of the California Fire Code. (R327.3.1) Provide the approval document from SCCFD for the UL 9540A testing
ESS - ESS units shall not be installed with the center of mass above 48" from adjacent grade without site specific engineering calculations for the batters, mounting type and location.
- Separate ESS Disconnect Required
- ESS Disconnect
- ESS Elevation Detail Required
- No
Plan set
- Plan Set Requirements
Load side taps are permitted as long as they comply with article 240
Provide clear color photos of the main service panel with the dead front cover in place and removed. Include the panel label to show the manufacturer and bus rating.
- Electrical Diagram
Single line diagram required Load side taps require length of conductors. batteries installed in the garage: 1. Stationary storage battery systems installed in a location subject to vehicle damage shall beprotected by approved barriers per R327.6. Bollards must comply with CFC 312. Fire Marshal Review - Fire Life Safety Review 1\. Individual units shall be separated from each other by not less than 3’ except where smaller separation distances are documented to be adequate based on large scale fire testing complying with Section 1206.1.5 of the California Fire Code. (R327.3.1) Rooms and areas within dwelling units, basements, and attached garages in which ESS are installed shall be protected by smoke alarms in accordance with Section R314. A heat detector, shall be installed in locations within dwelling units and attached garages where smoke alarms cannot be installed based on their listing. (R327.7) Provide material cut sheets and location where the device will be located. ESS installed in a location subject to vehicle damage shall be protected by approved barriers. (R327.8) Provide detail for vehicle impact protection that complies with CFC Section 312. Provide document or calculations that show that the force that the bollard proposed can withstand 6000 # per CBC Section 1607.9.
If using SLFK: Verify if the sub-feed lug kit in the MSP is a bolted or plug-in connection
- Electrical Diagram Notes
Battery [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).]
- Custom Placards Required
- 1
- Non Standard Planset Requirements
- Single Line Diagram
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Situational
- Ground Mount Notes
AHJ DOES NOT ALLOW NUANCE RACKING, WE MUST USE IRONRIDGE
SETBACKS REQUIRED
100FT FROM FRONT YARD SETBACKS
100FT FROM CREEKS/STREAMS/WASHES
ALL JOBS
- Site plan must show setback lines,
- Including entry and exit point from property.
- Show the distance from the GM system to the septic tank *
- Show the distance from the GM system to the nearest leach line (minimum 10ft setback from leach line)
- Provide a grounding electrode system for the array structure
- show the location of the leach field expansion area (reserve area).
Provide stamped/signed letter from railing manufacturer confirming the proposed rail system meets CBC requirements.
Calculations shall be based on ASCE7-16, not ASCE7-10
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- Ground Mount Requires Soil Sample
- Soil Study
- Setback Front Yard
- 100
- Setback Back Yard
- 25
- Setback Side Yard
- 25