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City of Hollister (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTesting
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
Testing
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Existing Systems,Trenching,MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
1
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

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

Wall mounted ESS projects will require PE calculations for the ESS attachment

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
Conditional
AC Disconnect Conditional Criteria

A knife switch disconnect is not needed for any load side connections. AHJ considers the breaker a form of disconnect.

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

Per AHJ, must have grounding listed Provide the technical listing for the racking system documenting that the supports have been tested with the panels. The UL 2703 listing requires the two to be tested/listed together for the rack to functionally ground the solar panels. [CEC 690.43(A)] Alternately, bond the metal parts of PV equipment to grounded metal supports per CEC 690.43(B).

Site Notes

Show conduit runs

Show fire sprinklers yes or no

Roof Plan

Show rafter/trusses and panel connection points on roof

Electrical Diagram

A knife switch disconnect is not needed for any load side connections. AHJ considers the breaker a form of disconnect.

Label Page

**BATTERY JOBS:** * The ESS disconnecting means shall be legibly marked in the field. The marking shall meet the requirements of 110.21(B) and shall include the following: 1. Nominal ESS voltage 2. Maximum available short-circuit current derived from the ESS 3. The associated clearing time or arc duration based on the available short-circuit current from the ESS and associated overcurrent protective devices if applicable 4. Date the calculation was preformed [706.7(D)]

Custom Placards Required
1
Placards Notes
  • All BOS placards from placard page of Approved Plans MUST be hard permanent placards - No stickers
  • Need special Tri Power Source & Emergency System Shutdown Disconnect Placards
Non Standard Revision Requirements
  • New stamps required on revised plans
  • Provide a list which CLEARLY indicates how each review comment is addressed, as well as the specific location on plans where correction is provided.
  • Plans must have deltas at changes
  • Revision letter must be uploaded separately from plans
  • Revision to be treated as new submittals with no revision clouds (still include revision letter separate from plans)

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 Hollister (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.