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Town of Apple Valley (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,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
3
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
Footing inspection
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

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
5
Snow Load Notes

Exposure C, 5lb snow load

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
0
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

If installing on the eave of the roof, the PE letter must specifically state approval that the eave can support the weight of the panels.

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Meter Adapter
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
75
De Rating Ampacity
0.91
BOS Restrictions

Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes
  • When ESS is installed in the garage, provide a listed heat detector
  • Provide 3' separation between each ESS, doors and windows

ESS disconnect required if ESS is not in line of sight of MSP


Include UL9540A Report if spacing between multiple batteries is less than 3'

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

NO TILT KITS ALLOWED Unless it can be screened from view

Attach Solar Edge PV Power Source document attached to files section

Site

All Jobs [Conduit shall be painted to match the house surface // Junction box shall be readily accessible]

Attachment Detail Notes

All Jobs [No anchors on eaves without letter from engineer of record approval]

Electrical Diagram

When POI is located in sub panel: Show conductor and conduit size between the sub and main panels.


If using SE10000H-US/SE114000US, #6 GEC is required on the AC side of the system Size conductors between load center and service panel to over-current device.


Centerfed 120% allowed


New Main Service Panels require surge protector to be drawn


Feed through lug kits require UL listing and spec sheet to be added to plans

Electrical Diagram Notes

All Jobs [J-box on roof to be readily accessible]

Custom Placards Required
1

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the Town of Apple Valley (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.