City of Beverly Hills (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2023

Fire Code Version2018 Building Code

SolarAPP+ StatusAdopted

Wet Stamps RequiredNone

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

ASCE Code Specification: ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status: Adopted

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions: 1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions: Existing Systems,Trenching

How Many Plansets Required: 1

Revision Required: 1

New Planset Required For Module Swap: 0

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required: None

Structural Calculations Required: Yes

Stamp Location On Plans: Unspecified

Date On Stamps: Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced: 1

Setback Notes

Each array must have 3' clearance from the ridge and any hips/valleys
Flat roof: 3' Setback required for all roof edges.

Structural & loads

Wind Speed: 110

Wind Notes: Exposure Category B

Snow Load: 0

Reducible Snow Load Allowed: 1

Max Attachment Spacing: 96

Structural Notes: Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof: #10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required: Derates

Allowed POI: Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps,PV Breaker

Panel Schedule Required: All Projects

Temperature Rating: 90

De Rating Ampacity: 0.91

BOS Restrictions: Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed: 0

ESS Notes

Notes: Electrical Equipment Elevation (EEE) page required. Add note to EEE and SLD: "Battery Installed 5 feet away from doors and windows" See "Cutler Hammer Hold Down Kit" -or- SQD Breaker hold down kit" in file section below Power Source Disconnect schedule required Disconnect number Type of Disconnect 1 of 2 PV Rapid Shutdown 2 of 2 ESS Placards F.D. - Electrical BLDG Disconnect #1 of 2 F.D. - Electrical BLDG Disconnect #2 of 2 Please clarify how emergency services would shut down all PV including the battery back up. This must be done within 3 feet of the service entrance. Please add a really accessible emergency service disconnect within 3 feet of the main service panel.It must shut down all solar and battery systems per code section 110.25, 705.22,705.23, 705.31, 706.7, 706.30 Please provide panel schedule for main service panel and matching load calculations. ## ## ALL ESS The maximum energy capacity of individual ESS units shall not exceed 20kWh The maximum aggregate energy capacity shall not exceed 80kWH ESS Batteries installed in garages are subject to requirements for impact protection (See files section for a diagram) ## Interior Installation RDD (Remote Disconnect Devices) shall be provided for any ESS unit located within a structure, and should be located as close to the main electrical panel as possible. The RDD shall accomplish the disconnection at the location of the ESS power source(s) The location of the RDD shall require approval of the Fire Department Interior ESS installations are permissible and compliant with section 1206.4.6 Fire Detection, when installation is completed with any one of the following An approved listed Heat Alarm A standard heat detection device connected to a fire alarm system A fire sprinkler system with water flow device with local alarm Provide on the plans the location of the installed device(s) and or system(s) as required per the fire code, and also place manufacturer installation and listing guide in the plans. Individual ESSS Units shall be separated from each other by not less than 3ft. This separation requirement applies in any direction between ESS Units, regardless of their placement on the same wall, opposing walls, and/or separate but adjacent walls. ESS Units, where the bottom of the unit is installed less than 3 feet above finished floor, may require impact protection per LACoFD Regulation. Floor plan required if installing inside a garage ## Exterior Installation The ESS shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and their listing Individual ESSS Units shall be separated from each other by not less than 3ft. This separation requirement applies in any direction between ESS Units, regardless of their placement on the same wall, opposing walls, and/or separate but adjacent walls. ESS Units, where the bottom of the unit is installed less than 3 feet above finished floor, may require impact protection per LACoFD Regulation. This applies between ESS unit(s) and all doors, windows, operable openings into buildings, and HVAC inlets.

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

Separate ESS Disconnect Required: ESS Disconnect

ESS Elevation Detail Required: Yes - with dimensions

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements: Include the following documents in the planset (in file section below) General Notes Pre construction meeting policy City of Beverly Hills Inspection Record

Roof Plan Notes: System shall not obstruct or interfere with the function of vents or mechanical equipment; min 6 separation required (CMC 304.1, CPC 906, SPG Part 5 Sect. 8), or engineer design is required (CPC 301.5).

Attachment Detail: Flat roofs: concrete block or ballasted installations are NOT accepted

Electrical Diagram: Add the following notes: * Verify UFER or add Ground Rods (min. 2) spaced a min. 6 apart

Electrical Diagram Notes: The PV breaker shall be at the furthest position away from the main breaker The back-fed breaker shall be secured in place by an additional fastener per section

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required: Mesh/Scrim