ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR EXPEDITED SOLAR PERMITTING
This checklist m
ust be completed by the applicant to determine if the project is eligible for expedited review and
permitting.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: SELECT ONE
System
size is 10KW AC CEC rating or less Y N
The solar array is roof mounted on a single family dwelling, duplex or accessory structure Y N
The solar system is utility interactive without battery storage Y N
Installation will not require excavation Y N
At least 3 feet of path and clearance is provide for roof-top HVAC equipment controls Y N
A permit application has been filled out and signed Y N
The text of all documents is at least
8-point font Y N
Submittal sheets provided for all equipment at original (not reduced) size Y N
Photos of the panel showing main breaker and bus capacity are provided Y N
The system is not over 4 pounds per square foot Y N
ROOF REQUIREMENTS:
The roof has a single roof covering without overlay Y N
The roof has been verified to be structurally sound without signs of alteration or damage Y N
FIRE S
AFETY REQUIREMENTS:
3-foot access paths are provided at gable ends, ridges, hips and valleys. Clearance at
hips and valleys need be only 18 inches per side when panels are on both sides. Y N
Access paths are 3 feet wide between multiple arrays Y N
No conductors/conduits are run in the 3 feet of clearance at the ridge Y N
Fire classification of the system is consistent with the roof requirements Y N
The proposed fire access locations are shown on the plans and a note indicating that Fire Access
location will not be placed over doors or windows or otherwise obstructed has been provided Y N
All required safety labeling is shown and coordinated with the plans for placement locations Y N
SOLAR A
RRAY REQUIREMENTS - ARCHITECTURAL:
Is the plane of the modules parallel to the plan of the roof? Y N
Is the clearance between the modules and the roof between 2 to 10 inches? Y N
Modules do not overhang roof eaves, edges, hips or valleys Y N
A roof plan showing the rack and stand-off locations has been provided Y N
Manufacturer’s data or structural calculations are provided for support of the system Y N
All roof-top obstructions are clearly identified on the roof plan including conduit runs Y N
ELECT
RICAL REQUIREMENTS:
No more than 4 PV module strings are connected to each Maximum Power Point Tracking
(MPPT) input where source circuit fusing is included in the inverter Y N
No more than 2 strings per MPPT input where source fusing is not included Y N
Fuses (if needed) are rated to the series fuse rating of the PV Module Y N
No more than one non-inverter-integrated DC combiner is utilized per inverter Y N
For central inverter systems, no more than 2 inverters are utilized Y N