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County of Kershaw (SC)

South Carolina Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusNot accepted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2020
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2009 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE (ENERGY STANDARD ACT)

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Not accepted
Revision Required
1
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

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
94
Snow Load
10
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

8/16 - Blank AHJ, assuming SE only SE digital stamps on corresponding PV pages & PE Letter / Calcs.

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Line 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

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Ground Mount Notes

Setback for the GM system are determined on the zoning of the site. You can determine the zone of the home here Kershaw GIS: Search the project address and then use the layers button to add the zoning information. (It will take a moment to load). A key will populate to determine the zone that relates to the color of the property. Once the zone is identified, reference the file "Zoning District Setbacks" below to obtain the required setbacks for the GM system on the site.

Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Kershaw (SC) 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.