County of Murray (GA)

Georgia Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

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NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Fire Setback EnforcedYes

Codes

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

2012 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2012 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2012 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2012 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2009 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CODE

2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required
No
New Planset Required For Module Swap
No

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
Yes
Setback Notes
Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
95
Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
Yes
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps
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

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Situational
Ground Mount Notes
12' vegetative buffer required. Fence may be accepted with a variance. Front Setback: 25' from right of way line. 20' from other structures. Ground Screws allowed. Minimum freeze/Thaw depth: 12" Septic Info is gathered from Environmental Health Dept. GM must be above Flood Zone. No grade requirement.
Setback Back Yard
50
Setback Side Yard
50
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Murray (GA) 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.