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City of Long Beach (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

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

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
N/A

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

The ridge setback must show individual measurements for the setback on either side of the ridge rather than a combined measurement across the ridge. (ie. 18" on both sides rather than 3ft across)

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

AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
75
De Rating Ampacity
1
BOS Restrictions

Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Where ESS input and output terminals are more than 5 ft. from connected equipment, or where the circuits from these terminals pass through a wall or partition, a fusible disconnecting means shall be provided at the ESS

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
  • Fill out the expedite checklist from the files below
  • Form 16 is used for residential projects and form 23 is used for multifamily and non-residential buildings
  • EV Charger(s) require their own set of plans, this includes Site Plan, Load Calculations, and spec sheets.
  • Historic District, if project falls within Historic District, we need to show a distance minimum of 2'-6" from our equipment icons to the fence/property line.
Cover Page
  • Add APN number to cover page
Cover Page Notes

All Jobs [ALL WORK TO COMPLY WITH 2025 CA ELECTRIC CODE AND 2025 CA ENERGY CODE // WHERE THE BUILDING PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN A FLOOD ZONE AREA, ALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT SHALL BE INSTALLED ONE FOOT ABOVE THE FLOOD BASE ELEVATION. // ALL INSTALLED MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE LISTED U.L., NRTL OR LISTED AND APPROVED BY A CITY OF LONG BEACH APPROVED TESTING LABORATORY // ALL NEW OVERCURRENT DEVICES INSTALLED IN EXITING PANELS / SWITCHBOARDS SHALL MATCH THE MAKE, MODEL AND INTERRUPTING CAPACITY OF THE EXISTING OVERCURRENT DEVICES. // RACEWAYS SEALS, CONDUIT OR RACEWAYS THROUGH WHICH MOISTURE MAY CONTACT LIVE PARTS SHALL BE SEALED OR PLUGGED AT EITHER OR BOTH ENDS // NO PIPING, DUCTS OR EQUIPMENT FOREIGN TO ELECTRICAL SHALL BE PERMITTED TO BE LOCATED WITHIN THE DEDICATED SPACE ABOVE THE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE A NOTES ON THE PLANS. (110.26(F)) // PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED WORKSPACE, ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION, ACCESS TO WORKSPACE AND HEAD ROOM ABOUT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT // THE ISSUANCE OF A PERMIT SHALL NOT PREVENT THE BUILDING OFFICIAL FROM REQUIRING THE CORRECTION OF ERRORS ON THESE PLANS OR FROM PREVENTING ANY VIOLATION OF THE CODES ADOPTED BY THE CITY, RELEVANT LAWS, ORDINANCES, RULES AND/OR REGULATIONS // FOR FIRE RATED WALL/CEILING PENETRATION AND/OR MEMBRANE PENETRATION, COMPLETE NRTL CLASSIFICATION SHEETS SHALL BE PROVIDED TO THE INSPECTOR AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION // UTILITY WILL BE GIVEN WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE EXTENT AND NATURE OF ANY MATERIAL CHANGE IN THE SIZE, CHARACTER, OR EXTENT OF THE UTILIZING EQUIPMENT OR OPERATIONS FOR WHICH SCE IS SUPPLYING ELECTRIC SERVICE BEFORE MAKING ANY SUCH CHANGE.]

Electrical Diagram
  • INCLUDE NON FUSIBLE OR FUSIBLE ON AC DISCO CALL OUT ON SLD Centerfed
  • 120% allowed
Custom Placards Required
1
Placards Notes

Inspectors are particular about Placards.

The placards that are included in the plans must be posted on job site. 

Non Standard Revision Requirements
  • AHJ wants a very detailed resubmission letter that explains all changes made as well as any clouding that was placed on the 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 Long Beach (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.