County of Harford (MD)
Codes
- NEC Code Version
- 2023
- Fire Code Version
- 2018 Building Code
- Code List
2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE HARFORD COUNTY COUNCIL BILL 19-032
- ASCE Code Specification
- ASCE 7-16
SolarAPP+ & submittal
- SolarAPP+ Status
- Targeted
- Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- 1
- SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- MPU,Derate
- How Many Plansets Required
- Other (See Submission Notes)
- 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
All roof planes with solar need a 36in pathway to ridge
You cannot use the neighbor's house for pathways or coverage calculations
Structural & loads
- Wind Speed
- 115
- Wind Notes
Exposure Category B
- Snow Load
- 30
- Reducible Snow Load Allowed
- 1
- Max Attachment Spacing
- 96
- Structural Notes
Standard
- Minimum Ground On Roof
- #8
Electrical
- Electrical Load Calcs Required
- Derates
- Allowed POI
- PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Line Side Taps
- Panel Schedule Required
- Partial Home Backup
- Temperature Rating
- 90
- De Rating Ampacity
- 0.91
- BOS Restrictions
If there is to be a fused disco inside, use a flush-mounted breaker housing instead of a surface-mounted knife-blade switch. Former is aesthetically pleasing. Latter is not Fused disconnect needed inside and non fused outside if lineside tap in Main panel If a lineside tap this AHJ requires a fused disconnect inside the home and a non fused outside with the system.
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
- If a fused disconnect is required indoors, use a flush-mounted breaker housing instead of a surface-mounted knife-blade switch for better aesthetics.
- For line-side taps in the main panel:
- Fused disconnect must be installed inside the home.
- Non-fused disconnect must be installed outside.
- Neutrals and grounds must be bonded in the fused disconnect.
- ICM meters are not allowed.
- Inspect the service cable for fraying. If damaged, it must be replaced prior to installation to pass inspection.
- Roof Plan
- Custom Placards Required
- 0
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Mesh/Scrim
- Ground Mount Notes
Show distance between GM array and all property lines/structures.