Projects must follow requirements outlined in the Eligibility Checklist to use SolarAPP+ for instant permitting. Listed below are the requirements that must be fulfilled in order to utilize the platform for automated project approval:

SolarAPP+ Photovoltaic Eligibility Checklist – September 7, 2021

System

New Rooftop Residential Retrofit Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
Installed by contractor with all licenses required by jurisdiction

Electrical

Limited to 2017 NEC
600V Max per DC System Size
Single phase only
No Aluminum Wires
Must Use 600V rated PV wire (due to outer diameter > 0.24" (6.1mm))
Must use 90 deg C rated insulated wire
Max 2 DC strings in parallel
Max 9 current carrying conductors in a raceway
Inverter output circuit conductors must be THWN-2, or listed NM
Terminals must be rated to 75 deg C, labeled for use with Cu wires, and accept minimum 8 AWG wire
If using microinverter, 1 module per microinverter
Permitted to install on up to or equal to 400A Service
Permitted to install on up to or equal to 225A Service Disconnect
Permitted to install on up to or equal to 225A busbars
No existing PV or ESS
May install only 1 module type
May install up to 2 Inverters for String Inverters, up to 1 inverter type for Micro-inverters and AC modules Systems
Conduit may not be Schedule 80 PVC
Single Family Dwelling Only
Modules and Inverters must be listed on CEC
Rapid Shutdown cannot be satisfied using the method: No exposed wiring or conductive parts [690.12(B)(2)(3)]
No trenching allowed
All power production inverter outputs have the same point of connection
All equipment is assumed to be non-continuous rated
May install only 1 racking system type
Height of rooftop conduit > = 7/8 inch
Flat Plate PV Modules Only

Structural

Applicable International Residential Code
PV system + hardware weight is less than or equal to 4 pounds per square foot
No ground mounted systems
No carports or non-permanent structures
No wood shake or wood shingle roofing
Limit of 10 inches above the roof for pitched (>2/12) roof systems
No metal roof or low-slope roof in areas with > 15 pounds per square foot snow load

Fire Prevention

Applicable International Residential Code

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