City of Durango (CO)

Colorado Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

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NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTesting
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback EnforcedYes

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2018 International Building Code

2018 International Residential Code

2018 International Fire Code

2018 International Energy Conservation Code

2018 International Plumbing Code

2018 International Mechanical Code

2018 International Fuel Gas Code

2023 National Electrical Code

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Testing
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Yes
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
1
Revision Required
Yes
New Planset Required For Module Swap
Yes

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
None
Structural Calculations Required
No
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
Yes
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
90
Wind Notes

40 lbs in most areas in the City limits 50 to 60 lbs in Rockridge subdivision 50 lbs in Skyridge subdivision

Snow Load
999
Snow Load Notes

Exposure B or C 90 mph for 3-second gust wind speed Fastest mile wind speed 75 mph

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
Yes
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps,PV Breaker
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
No
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Electrical Diagram

Electrical permit required through the state. Please refer to the State of Colorado (DORA) (CO) for electrical requirements.

Custom Placards Required
No

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Durango (CO) building department before you rely on this, and treat it as a research head start, not a ruling. Getting quotes? Run them through the quote checker first.