County of Washoe (NV)
Codes
- NEC Code Version
- 2023
- Fire Code Version
- 2018 Building Code
- Code List
2024 International Building Code
2024 International Residential Code
2024 International Existing Building Code
2024 International Energy Conservation Code
2024 International Fuel Gas Code
2024 International Mechanical Code
2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code
2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
2024 Uniform Plumbing Code
2023 National Electrical Code (“NEC First Print”)
2024 National Fire Protection Association ("NFPA")
2024 National Fire Protection Association ("NFPA")
2024 Northern Nevada Amendments
- ASCE Code Specification
- ASCE 7-16
SolarAPP+ & submittal
- SolarAPP+ Status
- Targeted
- Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- 1
- SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- MPU,Derate
- How Many Plansets Required
- 1
- Revision Required
- 1
- Rough Inspection
- None
- New Planset Required For Module Swap
- 1
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
Follow 2018 IFC with exceptions. Ensure setbacks comply with exceptions (>33% array area of roof area will require full 3-feet at ridge), Plan Checker will reject if not in compliance.
Structural & loads
- Wind Speed
- 120
- Wind Notes
Risk Category II & 2018 IRC
Ultimate Wind Speed Vult (mph): 120
Vasd Wind Speed 3-sec gust (mph): 93
Microsoft Word - 2018 NNICC Amendments Final Document 10-18-18.docx (reno.gov)
- Snow Load
- 999
- Snow Load Notes
- Identify elevation of the site via https://whatismyelevation.com/
- Next, identify correct ground snow load via https://www.washoecounty.gov/building/Files/Files/Ground%20Snow%20Loads%20Table.pdf
- Identify which column the home is located in from the table referenced above
- Enter the correct ground snow load into Relay CR in the Snow Load field
- Add sistering notes from the discription below.
*Elevation 5,700, West of 395 requires a ground snow load of 111lb, and roof load of 77lb
- Reducible Snow Load Allowed
- 0
- Max Attachment Spacing
- 48
- Structural Notes
Stamp Tech Instructions:
Must send "2018NNICCAmendments" linked at the bottom of this DB to the PE for refence on correct ROOF snow load.
To verify elevation of project address, please use https://asce7hazardtool.online/. Search the address and choose Risk Category II, then click on Wind & Snow and click on view results.
Structural letter must provide attachment spacing or lag screw embedment depth.
PE Instructions:
USE ASCE 7-16 for tables
ROOF snow load will be based on the elevation. Use the table attached to find the correct ROOF snow load.
Please include the required embedment depth of the lag screws used to attach the racking system to the roof in the structural letter/calcs
Manufactured housing is AHJ and they are requiring we have plans stamped by electrical engineers AND a letter stamped by electrical engineer stating the project has been reviewed
- Minimum Ground On Roof
- #10
Electrical
- Electrical Load Calcs Required
- Derates
- Allowed POI
- Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter
- Panel Schedule Required
- Partial Home Backup
- Temperature Rating
- 90
- De Rating Ampacity
- 0.96
Battery / ESS
- Unique Battery Placards Needed
- 0
- ESS Notes
No published information about battery placement.
- Separate ESS Disconnect Required
- ESS Disconnect
- ESS Elevation Detail Required
- No
Plan set
- Plan Set Requirements
- Plans are not to contain any red clouding prior to the permit being submitted to the AHJ for review.
TO OBTAIN SEISMIC VALUE
- Visit Seismic Maps.
- Input the project address.
- Obtain the SDS value.
- Paste the SDS value into the Building Details
- Seismic value on cover page shall reflect Category: D2
- Cover Page
- Cover Page Notes
- Attachment Detail
Needs 4' spans in this AHJ due to high snow loads
- Electrical Diagram
Centerfed 120% allowed
- Label Page
Add 2017 Rapid Shutdown Placards (same placards Henderson, NV requires)
- Custom Placards Required
- 1
- Non Standard Revision Requirements
All resubmissions will need a resubmission letter explaining the changes, regardless of the nature of the change.
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Mesh/Scrim
- Ground Mount Notes
Ground Mount setbacks
https://www.washoecounty.us/csd/planning_and_development/setbacks/index.php
Add the following notes to the site plan:
- "Less than 50 cubic yards of grading required"
- "Owner is responsible to perpetuate existing drainage"
Ground mount max height is to be shown in feet instead of inches
Include accurate location of septic and leach lines
Include a septic replacement area:
- Match current septic and leach line dimensions
- 20' from other leach lines
- 20' from building foundations
- 10' from property lines/easements
- 10' from solar array
Include notes about using mesh or scrim to protect conductors per 2017 NEC 690.31 (A)
Ground Mount
staff - / .
Dwayne Smith - /
Septic map, email request here: