City of Oxnard (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2023

Fire Code Version2018 Building Code

SolarAPP+ StatusAdopted

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: Adopted

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions: 1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions: Existing Systems,Trenching

How Many Plansets Required: 3

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: Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced: 1

Setback Notes: 36" Access pathway from eave to ridge required on all roof plains with solar panels

Structural & loads

Wind Speed: 110

Wind Notes: Exposure Category C

Snow Load: 0

Reducible Snow Load Allowed: 1

Max Attachment Spacing: 96

Structural Notes: Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof: #10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required: Yes

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: 1

BOS Restrictions: Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed: 1

ESS Notes

Provide information on how the ESS will be mounted, including type of screws that will be used. Label required: CAUTION: TRI POWER SOURCE SECOND SOURCE IS AC BATTERY THIRD SOURCE IS PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM Provide elevation drawing demonstrating that ESS will be minimum 3ft from doors, windows, and other 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: * Racking/attachment system installation manual must be included with plans

Cover Page: * Provide a scope of work for the project. AHJ does not have a set template for this, list a basic description of the work being done and materials to be installed. * Vicinity map MUST be black and white line drawing. Follow steps below to generate this: Follow this link: 1\. Style: Under "Style" click "choose a Snazzy maps style". Then type "lines" in the search bar that appears and select the first option. Then hit "apply style". 2\. Size & Location: Click the pencil icon. Under "Center Location", click the green text that states "Or search for a location". Enter the site address. Click "apply changes". 3\. Markers: click on "Add your first marker". Under "Location", click the green text that states "Or search for a location". Enter the site address and hit "apply changes". 4\. Zoom in to the map until only the site and the nearest cross streets are showing. Take a snip of this image to use as the vicinity map. DO NOT use the save image feature from the website. Doing so will cause the site to ask the user to register for an account.

Site: * AHJ wants property lines _but not the dimensions_ please (This AHJ is very picky) * Please show all structures on site plan. If they appear unpermitted AHJ may request this to be labeled.

Site Notes: All Jobs [ **MOUNTING HARDWARE IS TO CONNECT DIRECTLY TO ROOF FRAMING MEMBERS CONNECTIONS WHICH RELY SOLEY ON ROOF SHEATHING ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE]**

Electrical Diagram

Centerfed 120% allowed.
Service upgrades: SPD required. Call out SPD on line diagram. Identify whether type 1 or type 2. Provide spec sheet for SPD.

Electrical Diagram Notes: All Jobs [In dwelling units where branch-circuit wiring is modified, replaced, or extended in any of the areas specified in 210.12(A) or (B), the branch circuit must be protected by either a listed combination AFCI located at the origin of the branch circuit or a listed branch circuit AFCI located at the first receptacle outlet of the existing branch circuit unless the extension of conductors is 6ft or less and no outlets or devices are added]

Custom Placards Required: 1

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required: Mesh/Scrim

Setback Front Yard: 25

Setback Back Yard: 25

Setback Side Yard: 15