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City of Garden Grove (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
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
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
None
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

Setbacks must be shown on both sides of the ridge, even when no panels are being installed on the other side of the ridge.

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes
  • Calculations not required if arrays are supported at a maximum spacing of 4 feet.


Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,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
  • This AHJ follows County of Los Angeles (ESS Requirements) (CA).
  • Please follow this link to County of Los Angeles (ESS Requirements) (CA)
  • 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


Site

All structures need to be labeled on site plan, including patio covers, sheds, etc.

Note: "non-permitted structures" on structures we label that fit this status.

Attachment Detail

Provide UL 2703 certificate for the racking system

Electrical Diagram

Centerfed 120% allowed without EE stamp

Custom Placards Required
1
Placards Notes
  • Don't cover up AC disconnect label with placard
  • Placard should be 2.5" x 5.25"

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 Garden Grove (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.