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City of Perris (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
3
Revision Required
1
New Planset Required For Module Swap
1

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
Yes - 10kW+
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 C

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

Structural Calcs have to state that they are electronically signed and the date they are signed. 09/18/18 KDA - Make sure plans and calc package is stamped with PE stamp - Perris inspector called and said he would allow this project to pass (Smith, don) but the plans did not have any stamps on them.

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

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

Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

ESS disconnect required within line of site of ESS 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

R324.6.4 EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING. PANELS AND MODULES INSTALLED ON DWELLINGS SHALL NOT BE PLACED ON THE PORTION OF A ROOF THAT IS BELOW AN EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING. A 36-INCH-WIDE (914 MM) PATHWAY SHALL BE PROVIDED TO THE EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING

R324.6.4 - SETBACK AT RIDGE. FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAYS OCCUPYING NOT MORE THAN 33% OF THE PLAN VIEW TOTAL ROOF AREA, NOT LESS THAN AN 18-INCH (47 MM) CLEAR SETBACK IS REQUIRED ON BOTH SIDES OF A HORIZONTAL RIDGE.

FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAYS OCCUPYING MORE THAN 33% OF THE PLAN VIEW TOTAL ROOF AREA, NOT LESS THAN A 36-INCH (914 MM) CLEAR SET BACK IS REQUIRED ON BOTH SIDES OF A HORIZONTAL RIDGE.

Indicate (E) MSP for MPU's

Electrical Diagram

Project is over 10kW, SLD needs to be stamped

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Ground Mount Notes

Ground Mounts must have at least a 5' fence

Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Perris (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.