Town of Islip (NY)
Codes
- NEC Code Version
- 2023
- Fire Code Version
- 2018 Building Code
- Code List
2025 NEW YORK STATE BUILDING CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE RESIDENTIAL CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE FIRE CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE EXISTING BUILDING CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE FUEL GAS CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE MECHANICAL CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE PLUMBING CODE
2025 NEW YORK STATE ENERGY STANDARD FOR SITES AND BUILDINGS EXCEPT LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
- ASCE Code Specification
- ASCE 7-16
SolarAPP+ & submittal
- SolarAPP+ Status
- Targeted
- Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- 1
- SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- MPU,Derate
- How Many Plansets Required
- 2
- Revision Required
- 1
- 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
Standard
Structural & loads
- Wind Speed
- 130
- Snow Load
- 30
- 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
- Meter Adapter,Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps
- Panel Schedule Required
- Partial Home Backup
- Temperature Rating
- 90
- De Rating Ampacity
- 0.91
Battery / ESS
- Unique Battery Placards Needed
- 0
- ESS Notes
For Energy Storage Systems - Manufacturer specification sheets are required for all energy storage systems equipment. Floor plans showing equipment placement are also required to ensure compliance with the NYS
- Separate ESS Disconnect Required
- ESS Disconnect
- ESS Elevation Detail Required
- No
Plan set
- Plan Set Requirements
Construction Documents must comply with the NYS Uniform Code (NYSRC or NYSBC, and NYSFC) in effect at the time of application ; the codes used must be referenced on the plans.
Plans must be stamped and signed by a NYS Registered Design Professional.
The Town of Islip, through adopting the Unified Solar Permitting process, requires contractors to provide construction documents, such as the examples included in the Understanding Solar PV Permitting and Inspecting in New York State document which can be found at www.nyserda.ny.gov/SolarGuidebook (http://www.nyserda.ny.gov/SolarGuidebook).
- Roof Plan
For Roof Mounted Systems - The roof plan must show the roof layout, solar PV panels and the following:
* Proposed location of roof access point and access pathways
* Solar PV system fire classification
• Labeling and location of labels
* Type of roof covering and the number of roof coverings installed
* If there is more than 1 layer of roofing, the RDP is to approximate the remaining life of the roofing. The homeowner must provide a signed, notarized statement as follows: “I hereby acknowledge the approximate ____ years of remaining life of the roofing shingles. I also acknowledge the Town of Islip recommends there be only a single layer of roofing under the solar panels.”
* Type of roof framing, size of members, and spacing.
* Weight of panels, support locations, and method of attachment.
* Framing plan and details for any work necessary to strengthen the existing roof structure.
* If the system is being mounted on the roof of an accessory structure, provide an electrical diagram for all new and/or existing equipment (i.e. Ex. Subpanels or New/Ex. overhead/underground wiring.)
- Custom Placards Required
- 0
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Mesh/Scrim
- Ground Mount Notes
For Ground Mounted Systems - A site plan or accurate survey showing the length and location of trenches, setbacks and screening. Anchorage and uplift attachments must also be shown.