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City of Plano (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

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

2024 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE

2024 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE

2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

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
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
Structural Notes
  • Standard PE for all jobs.
  • Battery Projects require Engineer’s report for the support/mounting to the wall.
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91
BOS Restrictions

Need to have Line side taps labeled on Plans as Polaris IT-350's

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

We are unable to size the disco to the amperage of Inverter. Disco must be sized off of OCPD.

SEEB REQUIRES 100A DISCO DUE TO 63A BREAKER

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

Single Line Diagram is required

ATTACH TO ALL PLANS ------> FORM

Electrical Diagram

TAPS

  • Insulation piercing connectors required to meet the NEC art. 230.46.
  • ATTACH FORM TO SPEC SHEETS FOR TAPS ------> FORM

LST

  • When calling out a line side tap one of the two following builds should be designed, based on the as-built conditions.
  • Meter can ONLY outside (readily accessible): 
  • (N) MBE (Sized to match existing service) outside next to meter to serve as the emergency disconnect (NEC: 230.85). Show Tap in MBE
  • Show two port lugs on the line inside of the disconnect with the inverter/combined inverters output terminated on the second port (first port tied to the utility supply). Include all subsequent parts in BOM.

Meter Can and Service Disconnect

  • Must be located outside (readily accessible):
  • Indicate on single line that the tap connecters used are Polaris IT-350
  • Service disconnect can be either an MBE or MSP with Main Breaker. Show Tap in (E) Emergency Disconnect 

SEEB Projects

  • Utilize 100A AC Disconnect for 63A CHINT breaker.
  • 230.85 enforced (EMERGENCY DISCONNECT)
  • MSP/MBE - Must be shown on the Exterior Wall on Site Plan
Electrical Diagram Notes

All Jobs [Communication wire to be run in separate conduit or be A/C voltage rated]

Label Page
  • AHJ requires specific labels. Please see "required labels" PDF in the files below and add the two labels marked with a star to the plans.
Custom Placards Required
0
Non Standard Planset Requirements
Single Line Diagram

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 Plano (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.