City of Pleasanton (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2023

Fire Code Version2018 Building Code

SolarAPP+ StatusAdopted

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: 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

Wet Stamps Required: None

Structural Calculations Required: Yes - Battery

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: **Structural Calcs:** According to PV Submittal requirements below, as long as we do not exceed 5lbs/sf we do not have to provide calcs. Run an IronRidge report (testing with Chen, Zigang) and attach with plans to prove that we are under. **Battery projects:** PE signature/seal required on PE calcs and mounting details

Minimum Ground On Roof: #10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required: Yes

Electrical Load Calcs Required: Derates

Allowed POI: Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Line 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

Currently the UL9540A for reduced spacing is not accepted. Must provide 3 feet separation between ESS units.

Provide ESS mounting hardware sheets. Details shall illustrate the minimum embedment into framing members, and the number of fasteners to be used.

For ESS inside of garage:

Draw heat detector above ESS and include note: HEAT DETECTOR WILL BE HARD WIRED AND INTERCONNECTED WITH SMOKE DETECTORS INSIDE THE HOUSE.
Provide Heat Detector specification sheet.

Separate ESS Disconnect Required: ESS Disconnect

ESS Elevation Detail Required: Yes

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

The PV plan pages must contain Greg's signature or be signed by the designer.

For ESS projects a note must be added to elevation diagram stating that ESS will be installed 3ft or more from any window or door leading into the dwelling.

Placard to state MULTIPLE SOURCES OF POWER

Cover Page: * Indicate scope of work on the cover sheet specifying the PV system size, number of modules and panel upgrade/sub panel addition as applicable.

Site Notes: For ESS projects a note must be added stating that ESS will be installed 3ft or more from any window or door leading into the dwelling.

Electrical Diagram: Standard

Label Page

Custom Placards Required: 1

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required: Mesh/Scrim