City of Olympia (WA)

Washington Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

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NEC Code Version2020
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Fire Setback EnforcedYes

Codes

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

2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required
No
New Planset Required For Module Swap
No

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
Yes

Structural & loads

Wind Notes

https://hazards.atcouncil.org/#/

Snow Load Notes

https://hazards.atcouncil.org/#/

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
Yes

Electrical

Allowed POI
Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps
Supply Tap Neutral Ground Bond Required
Yes

Plan set

Electrical Diagram

For all Line Side Connections:

  • Neutral and ground bonded in fused disconnect
  • #6 bare copper run from N/G bar to (E) MSP's GEC and crimped
  • Schedule 80 PVC must be used in between fused disconnect and MSP - only showing 2 hots and neutral
  • All other conduit can be EMT

For all Load Side Taps:

  • Schedule 80 PVC must be used in between disconnect and MSP
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Olympia (WA) 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.