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County of Sierra (NM)

New Mexico Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
Fire Code VersionN/A
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback Enforced0

Codes

NEC Code Version
2020
Fire Code Version
N/A
Code List

2020 NEW MEXICO ELECTRICAL CODE

2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2012 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY CODE

2021 NEW MEXICO BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE

2021 NM EARTHEN BUILDING CODE

2021 NM HISTORIC EARTHEN BUILDING CODE

2018 ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2021 UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE

CFR PART 3280 BUILDING CODES - MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARDS

NEC CODE VERSION 2020

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required
0
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
None
Structural Calculations Required
No

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

Allowed POI
PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps,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

Plan Set Requirements

This AHJ does not require permits. Permits are through the state CID New Mexico (NM). Please see database page for requirements.

Custom Placards Required
1

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Sierra (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.