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City of Portales (NM)

New Mexico Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
Fire Setback Enforced0

Codes

NEC Code Version
2020
Code List

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required
0
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
0
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
999
Snow Load
15
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
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
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Site

Utility meter CANNOT be incased in brick, concrete, etc.

  • Utility meter can upgrade will be required.
Electrical Diagram
  • PRODUCTION METER (ALWAYS MILBANK 4801 200A IN RELAY)
  • WIRE SIZE AROUND PM (line and load side) SHOULD BE A MINIMUM OF #6 AWG ALWAYS.
Custom Placards Required
0

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 Portales (NM) 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.