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City of Benson (AZ)

Arizona Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2017

Fire Code Version2018 Building Code

Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version: 2017

Fire Code Version: 2018 Building Code

Code List: 2015 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL POOL/SPA CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE 2015 INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE SEWERAGE DISPOSAL CODE 2014 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification: ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required: 0

New Planset Required For Module Swap: 0

Stamps

Structural Calculations Required: No

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced: 1

Setback Notes: Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed: 115

Snow Load: 999

Reducible Snow Load Allowed: 1

Max Attachment Spacing: 96

Minimum Ground On Roof: #10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required: Derates

Allowed POI: PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps

Panel Schedule Required: Partial Home Backup

Temperature Rating: 90

De Rating Ampacity: 0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed: 0

ESS Notes: Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required: ESS Disconnect

ESS Elevation Detail Required: No

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required: Mesh/Scrim

Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Benson (AZ) building department before you rely on this, and treat it as a research head start, not a ruling. Getting quotes? Run them through the quote checker first.