City of Killeen (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

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NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback EnforcedYes

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2024 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL ELECTRIC CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Yes
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
Revision Required
Yes
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
Yes

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
Yes
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
105
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
5
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
Yes
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes
  •  engineer letter/structural calc required
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
No
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
No
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

Roof load analysis required with submittals

Electrical Diagram
  • Existing Systems: Inverter make and model number to be shown on plans
  • Killeen is requiring a service disconnect on homes that do not have an existing service disconnect on the exterior of the home
Custom Placards Required
No

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Killeen (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.