Electrical Permit Checklist for Residential Solar Photovoltaic Systems Page 1 of 2
Updated 4/17/2019
PV system is designed and proposed for a detached one- or two-family dwelling or townhouse
not more than three stories above grade or detached accessory structure that is code
compliant to setbacks and height, or code allows expansion of nonconformity for solar
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Modules installed do not exceed the highest point of the roof.
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Specify roof pitch (rise/run):
Rooftop is made from lightweight material such as a single layer of composition shingles,
metal roofing, lightweight masonry, or cedar shingles.
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The installation will comply with the manufacturer's instructions.
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The installation will meet the requirements of NFPA 70 National Electric Code, and all required
electrical permit(s) must be obtained from the Authority Having Jurisdiction to administer the
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The installation will meet the requirements of the International Fire Code as amended by WA
State. If yes, indicate which option will be used to meet the IFC access regulations:
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The dwelling will be sprinklered, so no access pathways are required
The total array does not exceed 33% of the total roof area and does not exceed
1,000 sq. ft. in total area and 18" minimum unobstructed pathways will be provided
along each side of all horizontal ridges
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Pathways meeting IFC Sections 605.11.3.2.1 through 605.11.3.2.4 are to be
provided
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The PV system is designed for the wind speed of the local area, and will be installed per the
manufacturer's specifications
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The ground snow load does not exceed 70 pounds per square foot.
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Total dead load of modules, supports, mountings, raceways and all other appurtenances weigh
no more than four pounds per square foot.
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Enter total dead load of system (psf):
To address uplift, modules are mounted no higher than 18" above the surface of the roofing to
which they are affixed.
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Supports for solar modules are installed to spread the dead load across as many roof-framing
members as needed to ensure that no point load exceeds fifty (50)pounds.
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The photovoltaic modules and supporting structure will be constructed of noncombustible
materials or fire-retardant treated wood equivalent to that required for the roof construction.
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Roof and wall penetrations will be construction. flashed and sealed to prevent entry of water,
rodent, and insects.
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