City of Pismo Beach (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

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NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusAdopted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback EnforcedYes

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
Yes
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Existing Systems,Trenching
Revision Required
No
New Planset Required For Module Swap
No

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Date On Stamps
N/A

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
Yes
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
85
Snow Load
999
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
Yes
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

STAMP IN TOP LEFT OF PLANSET

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,PV Breaker
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
No
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

STAMP ON LEFT SIDE OF PLANS

Cover Page

STAMP ON LEFT SIDE OF PLANS

Label Page Notes

Warning label for multiple power sources must ready Tri-Power Source stating there's a power source from the PV, ESS, and the Main Line..


Custom Placards Required
No

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 Pismo 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.