PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS*
For
BUILDING permits
This form must be completed and submitted with your
BUILDING permit application.
CITY OF MIDLAND BUILDING DEPARTMENT
333 W. ELLSWORTH ST., MIDLAND, MI 48640
989-837-3383
Will this be roof or ground mounted?
Roof Ground
Do you have structural calculations showing existing roof system can hold the additional
weight?
Yes No
For ground mounted systems, does it meet the fire separation distance and setback
requirements of the City of Midland Zoning Ordinance?
Yes No
Does your plan show
:
Location of roof access points not located over windows and doors? Yes No
Size and location of photovoltaic array? Yes No
Show minimum 3’ clear access paths from eave to peak?
Minimum 2 required on each slope. Yes No
Clearance of at least 3 from peak to top of panel array? Yes No
Minimum of 18” clearance from panel to roof alley? Yes No
* A photovoltaic system is a power system designed to convert solar energy into
electric energy suitable for connection to a utilization load.