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City of Searcy (AR)

Arkansas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced0

Codes

NEC Code Version
2020
Code List

Arkansas Fire Prevention Codes - 2012 Edition (based on the International Building Code, 2012 Edition) NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code, 2003 Edition (as adopted by the State of Arkansas) Arkansas State Plumbing Code - 2018 Edition Arkansas State Gas Code - 2018 Edition International Mechanical Code - 2021 Edition National Electric Code 2020 Edition (As currently adopted by the State of Arkansas)

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
0
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
0
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
90
Snow Load
10
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,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
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Searcy (AR) 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.