City of Hitchcock (TX)
Codes
- NEC Code Version
- 2023
- Fire Code Version
- 2018 Building Code
- Code List
2021 International Building Code
2021 International Plumbing Code
2021 International Property Maintenance Code
2023 National Electric Code
2021 International Existing Building Code
2021 International Fuel and Gas Code
2021 International Mechanical Code
2021 International Residential Code
2021 International Energy Conservation Code
2021 International Fire Code
2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
2023 NFPA 70
- ASCE Code Specification
- ASCE 7-16
SolarAPP+ & submittal
- Revision Required
- 0
- 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
- 147
- Wind Notes
Exposure Category C
- Snow Load
- 0
- Reducible Snow Load Allowed
- 1
- Max Attachment Spacing
- 96
- Structural Notes
* Fire setbacks for roof top mounted solar are enforced through the 2018 International Building Code * Ground snow load value (psf) and wind speed value must be used for structural analysis as per Windstorm Requirements of Galveston County * A stamped letter and plans from a Windstorm Engineer are required. They must show proof that the roof is able to support the additional loads of the solar panels * The structural and electrical portion need to be stamped by a Windstorm Engineer
- Minimum Ground On Roof
- #10
Electrical
- Electrical Load Calcs Required
- Derates
- Allowed POI
- Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter,PV Breaker
- 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
Electrical load calcs required for ALL projects. (even for MPU)
- Attachment Detail Notes
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Mesh/Scrim