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Building Department Tony Creter, Building Official [EMAIL REDACTED] COUNTY OF ALPINE Community Development 50 Diamond Valley Road, Markleeville, CA 96120, (530) 694-2140 / Fax (530) 694-2149 www.alpinecountyca.gov EXPEDITED PERMIT PROCESS FOR SMALL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SYSTEMS PURPOSE In an effort to promote consistent methodology for review and processing of permits for small (less than 10 Kw) solar PV energy systems, this standardized permit process has been developed for rooftop or pole mounted systems. Please be advised that revisions to this process may be necessary based upon amendments and errata issued by the State of California, California Code of Regulations. PROCESS Projects may be submitted by e-mail, [EMAIL REDACTED], mail, or in person. Please note that the projects will not be reviewed “over-the-counter”. The review process typically occurs within a day or two following submission. All project submissions must be accompanied by a completed Building Permit Application and Solar Expedited PV Permit or similar document. If the owner submits the project as an “Owner – Builder”, a completed Owner-Builder Package is required. Projects submitted prior to January 1, 2017 shall be in conformance with the 2013 California Building Code (CBC), 2013 California Residential Code (CRC) (as applicable), 2013 California Fire Code (CFC), 2013 California Electrical Code (CEC) and all other applicable codes, references and ordinances. Projects submitted after January 1, 2017 and prior to January 1, 2020 shall be in conformance with the 2016 California Building Code (CBC), 2016 California Residential Code (CRC) (as applicable), 2016 California Fire Code (CFC), 2016 California Electrical Code (CEC) and all other applicable codes, references and ordinances. The Building Department will review plans and issue permits for applicable projects. Additionally, applicant must submit projects proposed in Kirkwood valley to KMPUD for review and acceptance. For “grid-interactive” PV systems, it may be prudent to discuss the proposed project with the local utility company. ---PAGE BREAK--- SUBMISSION OF PLANS Please provide three copies of the following: 1. Cover page of plans including: Owner’s name Project address Scope of work Name of designer and / or contractor Applicable code 2. Site plan including: Location of the array Readily accessible location of the main disconnect for the array Grid power main disconnect (if applicable) A north arrow indicating orientation of the project. For roof-mounted arrays, show pitch of roof slope, a minimum 3-foot wide pathway from eave to ridge, and 3-foot clearances from eaves and ridges For pole-mounted arrays, show location and setback from property lines 3. Electrical single-line drawing including: Size and location of new AC/DC disconnects Over-current protection devices Equipment grounding Ground fault protection Combiner / junction box locations Type and size of conductors and conduit Inverters Additional standby systems including batteries, charge controllers, and generator connections (if applicable) Solar PV Electrical Diagram 4. Manufacturer’s technical specifications for all PV equipment and mounting systems. All equipment shall be listed by an approved testing agency Photovoltaic modules, new sub-panels, inverters, batteries and generators shall be located and installed in conformance with applicable codes and manufacturer’s instructions Pole-mounted arrays will require a California licensed engineer’s design 5. Detail sheet for marking or signage of installed equipment. Fade-resistant permanently affixed labels and signage with white lettering on a red background pursuant to UL 969 and Article 690 of the California Electrical Code. Solar PV Marking Diagram RESOURCES Go Solar California Solar America Board for Codes and Standards