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County of San Luis Obispo (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusAdopted
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
Date SolarAPP+ Accepted
45036
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Existing Systems,Trenching
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
Structural Calculations Required
No
Stamp Location On Plans
N/A
Date On Stamps
N/A

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

18'' from ridge line

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
Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Load 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

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
No
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements


Cover Page


Site
  • Location and size of the existing service equipment. Location of any existing easements.
  • Location of all existing structures on the site, showing the following:
  • Existing buildings: Please include use, occupancy, and permit number (or year of construction if before 1958)
Roof Plan


Electrical Diagram


Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Situational
Ground Mount Notes
  • Call to discuss fencing. The answer is not simple.
  • Engineering is required for arrays exceeding six feet above adjacent grade
  • Show method of compliance with NEC 690.31 A & B
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of San Luis Obispo (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.