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County of El Paso (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2014
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback Enforced0

Codes

NEC Code Version
2014
Code List

2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE

2014 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL 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
None
Structural Calculations Required
No
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
0
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
Flat roofs require SE stamps/calcs PV system weight can't exceed 10% of existing structure weight.
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
No
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter
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
No
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

all expansion one lines must show, existing system size in AC and DC as well as new system size in AC and DC, as well as Total system Size. No permits required

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of El Paso (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.