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County of Clear Creek (CO)

Colorado Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural,Digital Electrical
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

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

2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY COMPLIANCE CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
Footing inspection
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
Yes
Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural,Digital Electrical
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Structures with single-ridge layout, two 3ft wide clear access pathways from, the eave up to the ridge located at structurally strong locations capable of supporting the live load of fire fighters. Structures with hip roof layout provide a single 3ft wide access pathway from eave to ridge located at structurally strong locations capable of supporting the live load of fire fighters. Structures with hip and valley layout, modules can be located no closer than 18 in to any hip or valley when modules are located on both sides of hip and valley.

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load
79
Snow Load Notes

### Roof Snow Load Requirements in Pounds Per Square Foot (PSF) Elevation (feet above sea level)Basic Snow Load (PSF) ElevationBasic Snow Load (PSF) 6,500 to 6,750 35 9,001 to 9,250 85 6,751 to 7,000 40 9,251 to 9,500 90 7,001 to 7,250 45 9,501 to 9,750 95 7,251 to 7,500 50 9,751 to 10,000 100 7,501 to 7,750 55 10,001 to 10,250 110 7,751 to 8,000 60 10,251 to 10,500 120 8,001 to 8,250 65 10,501 to 10,750 128 8,251 to 8,500 70 10,751 to 11,000 135 8,501 to 8,750 75 11,001 to 11,500 150 8,751 to 9,000 80 N/A

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,PV Breaker
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

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

Submittal Requirements: Roof Mounted Photovoltaic (PV) Systems: 1. Evaluation by Colorado licensed engineer or architect of the existing roof structure with any framing changes needed to support the new roof mounted. An Engineers or Architects wet stamp must be provided on the evaluation letter and on any construction plans. 2. Manufacturer’️s specs for the system, including capacity of the system, detail on the mounting system, fastening schedule and uplift capacity. Free Standing PV Systems: 1. Provide detailed foundation drawings with all fasteners. 2. Provide a scaled site plan showing the system in relation to existing buildings, property line, and roads. 3. Manufacturer's specification with detailed mounting information and capacity of the system. Building/Fire Regulations: 1. Structures with single-ridge layout, two 3' wide clear access pathways from, the eave up to the ridge located at structurally strong locations capable of supporting the live load of fire fighters. 2. Structures with hip roof layout provide a single 3' wide access pathway from eave to ridge located at structurally strong locations capable of supporting the live load of fire fighters. 3. Structures with hip and valley layout, modules can be located no closer than 18" to any hip or valley when modules are located on both sides of hip and valley. 4. The above requirement may be altered with Fire Chief's recommendation. 5. Provide a rapid shutdown of PV Systems per Section 690.12 NEC

Electrical Diagram

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

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Ground Mount Notes

Setback requirements are for most homes but they may vary slightly per lot. and Minimum 25' from the house. 3' Minimum Frost/Thaw Depth Standard footings required. Show whole parcel 25' max height restriction Septic Documentation is gathered from Environmental Health Dept. -

Setback Front Yard
30
Setback Back Yard
30
Setback Side Yard
30
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Clear Creek (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.