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County of Harris (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback Enforced0

Codes

NEC Code Version
2020
Code List

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2014 NFPA 70

2020 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
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
N/A
Date On Stamps
N/A

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
0
Setback Notes

NO FSB needed in this AHJ as we do not need a solar permit to install

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
142
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes
Confirm in HOA db if stamps are required for the project. AHJ does not require stamps.
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
No
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Must have a generation disconnect for combined ESS, or a single disconnect per generation source.

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements


Electrical Diagram

Standard

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Ground Mount Notes
  • No earth anchoring systems due to marshy soil.
  • No Nuance Racking. IronRidge Only.
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Harris (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.