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City of Murphy (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
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 EXISTING BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2020 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required
0
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

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
5
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps,PV Breaker
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Electrical Diagram

Standard

Custom Placards Required
0
Placards Notes
Inspections Inspections called in before 3 p.m. will go out the next business day, excluding holidays. The Inspection Line is . Registered contractors can create an online account to schedule inspections. If cancelling an inspection, you must before 9:00 a.m. and speak to a live person. Any cancellations left on the voicemail will still go out for inspection and could result in fees being charged. Same-day inspections/re-inspections are subject to an additional fee. This includes inspections called in after 3 p.m. cut-off time. Payment is due prior to inspection request being made. Please include the following information when calling for an inspection: Builder’s name Contact person name and phone number Inspection address Permit Subdivision Name Inspection requested The site is assumed ready for inspection at the time of your inspection request unless otherwise noted. Please specify if you are requesting a re-inspection when calling. Inspections will not be made when work is in progress. The inspection request line is accessible 24 hours a day by calling . The inspection line is dedicated solely for inspection requests, all other calls should be made to Customer Service at . View additional information regarding permits (https://www.murphytx.org/index.aspx?NID=116).

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Murphy (TX) 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.