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City of Elgin (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2020
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2020
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE 2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

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

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
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
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
5
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps
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
No
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

P. Type of roof covering, number of roofing layers and age of roof. If existing roof is nearing the end of normal life expectancy, a reroof may be prudent prior to installing rooftop photovoltaics. Q. Type of roof framing (i.e. conventional or truss), size and spacing of roof framing members. R. Weight of modules, support locations, method of attachment and wind load design. S. Framing plan and any details relative for any work necessary to reinforce existing roof for additional loads to be imposed.

Roof Plan

P. Type of roof covering, number of roofing layers and age of roof. If existing roof is nearing the end of normal life expectancy, a re‐roof may be prudent prior to installing rooftop photovoltaics. Q. Type of roof framing (i.e. conventional or truss), size and spacing of roof framing members. R. Weight of modules, support locations, method of attachment and wind load design. S. Framing plan and any details relative for any work necessary to reinforce existing roof for additional loads to be imposed.

Label Page

Specify that labeling of all equipment to comply with Articles 690 & 705 of the 2014 National Electrical Code (NEC).

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Elgin (TX) 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.