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City of Peoria (AZ)

Arizona Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2017
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Electrical,Digital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2017
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
1
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
Yes - Battery,Yes - Derate
Wet Stamps Required
Digital Electrical,Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Ee Stamp Notes

. we require electrical engineering (sealed) plans for PCS/EMS system and for Tesla backup switch due to no listing for UL3141

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

Use " Risk Category II " for Residential buildings with 115 mph

Snow Load
0
Snow Load Notes

NO SNOW LOAD REQUIRED

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

If projects have a battery (including non-backup batteries), we will require engineering on connection to wall (Battery mounting calcs). Provide battery mounting calcs that shows attachment screws and racking on the wall.

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates,Battery,Load Relocation
Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Line Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.87
BOS Restrictions

If you have the inverter behind the fence/gate, but your production meter and AC disconnect are in front by the msp, you will need an additional disconnect on the inverter side of the fence/gate

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
1
ESS Notes

If ESS is not within line of sight of PV disco, then a disconnect at the ESS is required due to access and visibility. If relocating loads greater than 24" please specify how you will comply with 2018 IRC E3705.3, if not greater than 24" please state so on plan submittal. If relocating loads provide conductor and conduit information for relocated loads.



ALL ESS PROJECTS - City of Peoria requires panel schedules for ALL projects with ESS (Backup & Nonbackup).

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

Please make sure there is a disconnecting means at least 10ft.

If you are spacing the BOS please show the distance with a written measurement and supplemental note.

If you are more than 10ft a additional disconnect should be utilized.

If MSP is in backyard and over 10ft / out of line of site (including fences), 2nd AC disconnect is required near the MSP.

If you have the inverter behind the fence/gate, but your production meter and AC disconnect are in front by the msp, you will need an additional disconnect on the inverter side of the fence/gate.

Modules are required to be UL 1703 or 2703 listed. Add UL 2703 compliance PDF attached below.

Include pictures of MSP with deadfront. Photos must be clear - with all breakers identified and breaker size showing

Flatten Plans PDF / Remove Layers

Ensure spec sheets for rail & roof attachment are included with plans.

Roof Plan

REMOVE WIRE CONNECTIONS ON ROOF PLAN BETWEEN ARRAYS

Please provide roof area ridge setback calcs on the plans as per example below:

**TOTAL ROOF AREA RIDGE SETBACK CALCS:** Total Roof Area:___________________

Sq.Ft. Single Module Area: _______________

Sq.Ft. Total Number of Modules: _______________

Total Area of Modules:__________________

Roof Coverage: _______________________%

Fire Sprinklers - Yes or No: ______________ Include array PSF on roof plan

Attachment Detail


Electrical Diagram

ALL JOBS:

  • 1-line and 3-line Diagram Required Must show correct fed direction on MSP. (If top fed, for instance, must show breaker on top).
  • Only one PV breaker is allowed on a busbar provide a note on plans if consolidating breakers to make room for POI
  • If using tandem breakers, please provide a clear picture of the entire panel label to verify tandem breakers are allowed.

DERATE

  • CALCS AND PANEL SCHEDULE FOR DERATING OF the MAIN BREAKER (In the file section is a excel template you can use to create a Panel Schedule)

MPU

  • If doing an MPU, Model number and spec sheets are required
  • The following Solar Ready MSP can be use in Peoria: MC2442S1200SC or MC4040S1200SC
  • RELOCATING LOADS:
  • If relocating loads to a sub panel, load calcs and panel schedule for the sub are required. (In the file section is a excel template you can use to create a Panel Schedule) If the sub panel is strictly for the relocation of existing loads to make room for the PV breaker, notate on the plans.
  • There should also be a label on the new sub panel that states "no loads to be added".
  • All circuits in panel, even if not being used at this time, must be included in electrical load calculations.
  • Please indicate the distance from the main panel to the new sub-panel. If over 24", please show how conductors will comply with E3705.3

TAPS

  • All taps require permission letter/email from utility company
  • Provide data sheet for tap connectors Please specify how tap will comply with 2017 NEC 240.21(B) as related to feeder tap length.
  • Please state what section you will comply with.

EXISTING SYSTEMS

  • MUST COMBINE SYSTEMS Only one PV breaker is allowed on a busbar provide a note on plans if consolidating breakers to make room for POI

PCS

  • PC has been allowed by City of Peoria as long as the following callouts are in the plans, "TESLA SWITCH IS RECOGNIZED IN THE 2023 NEC AND SHALL BE COMPLIANT WITH UL3141 PLEASE ADD NOTE TO PLANS THAT THE TESLA SWITCH IS COMPLIANT WITH BOTH OF THOSE PROVISIONS"
Electrical Diagram Notes

see job id 422678 for reference or files for sample drawing.

Label Page


Label Page Notes

All Jobs [Per NEC 690.31 (G)(3) & (4). Label requires capitalized letters with a minimum height of 3/8 inch, white letters on red background. Labels shall be placed on interior and exterior DC conduit, raceways, enclosures, and cable assemblies every 10 feet, within 1 foot of turns or bends and within 1 foot above and below penetrations of roof/ceiling assemblies, walls or barriers.]

Custom Placards Required
0
Non Standard Planset Requirements
BOS Elevation

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Yes
Ground Mount Notes

Soil Class: Gravel

Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Peoria (AZ) 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.