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City of Bellflower (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

IEBC Accepted
1
ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
3
Revision Required
1
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
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
1
BOS Restrictions

Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

[LACOF]

This AHJ follows County of Los Angeles (ESS Requirements) (CA).

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ESS disconnect required within 6ft of MSP on same wall and not blocked by walls/gates/etc

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
Local Disconnect,ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
Yes - with dimensions

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

NEW AHJ REQUIREMENTS The APN, Lot, and Zone must be provided PER DCR HARRAL, SCOTT -SEE EXAMPLE BELOW APN: 6280-028-037 Lot: +- 6.368 Zone: SF Scoutred: https://scoutred.com/maps/@32.7452,-117.0967,17.00 (https://scoutred.com/maps/@32.7452,-117.0967,17.00) ParcelQuest Link (https://assr.parcelquest.com/Home):

Cover Page

**APN: ** **LOT: ** **ZONE: ** **CONSTRUCTION TYPE:V-B ** **OCCUPANCY GROUP:R-3, U ** **FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM:** **NUMBER OF STORIES: ** **HEIGHT OF THE STRUCTURE FROM GRADE PLANE TO TOP ROOF PEAK:** Example: a past project APN: 6280-028-037 LOT: +- 6.368 ZONE: SF CONSTRUCTION TYPE:VB OCCUPANCY GROUP:R-3 FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM:YES https://assr.parcelquest.com/Statewide/Details/0

Cover Page Notes

All Jobs [The general contractor is to verify the existing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms prior to final inspection]

Site

Per Velarde, Bernabe DCR must label all structures on site plan.

1/17/24 The branch circuits are to be identified by module on the site plan


AHJ requires we label all structures on site plan and show the square footage of these structures. This includes storage sheds

Site Notes

MPU [SCE is to verify and approve the location of the new/upgraded main panel. A receipt of approvals is to be provided to the city inspector.]

Battery [Ventilation is required when the battery produces hydrogen or other flammable gases during charging (Lithium-ion batteries DO NOT off gas flammable gasses during charging) // Illumination shall be provided at ESS // ESS shall be located not less than 3ft from doors or windows]

Roof Plan

Roof access point to be shown on plans Identify stringing on roof plan

Roof Plan Notes

All Jobs [Existing B-vent terminations, for fuel burning appliances, where adjacent to the proposed modules, must be extended 12" above the modules' top surface. // Existing DWV plumbing vent terminations that are located closer than 12" horizontally from the proposed modules, must be rerouted to be extended 6" minimum above the top surface of the modules to comply with CPC 906.1]

Electrical Diagram

Please show/note the AIC rating for the new main breaker and solar breaker shall haie an equal or greater AIC ratings than the existing breakers. CEC 690.13(E). or by other means of showing the PV system is rated for the available fault current. CEC 110.9, 110.10 For breaker tie-ins clarify on the plans “the PV breaker shall be located at the opposite end of the busbar from the main breaker.

Electrical Diagram Notes

All Jobs [New electrical shall be located at least three (3) feet from gas meter or gas shut- off valves. CPC1208.7.1; CEC 110.26 // The wire size and type of the service feeding conductor for the main service panel shall be determined by the utility provider. // Grounding electrode conductor shall be sized per CEC 250.66.]

Custom Placards Required
1
Placards Notes

Permanent main site plan placard + BOS/Disconnect Placards as listed on approved plans

Non Standard Revision Requirements

All changes to be clouded, if system info changes, the system info box on the cover page is to be clouded also.

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 Bellflower (CA) 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.