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City of Mesa (AZ)

Arizona Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2017
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural,Digital Electrical
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2017
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
Other (See Submission Notes)
Revision Required
1
New Planset Required For Module Swap
1

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
Yes
Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural,Digital Electrical
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Ee Stamp Notes

EE Stamps are needed for SRP Utility whenever the AHJ does not require a permit, such as any system without an MPU.

Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
100
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes


Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.87

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
1
ESS Notes


Separate ESS Disconnect Required
Local Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

No red fonts or red clouds allowed on plan sets. Change colors to black before submitting.


* NO PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SOLAR SYSTEMS IN CITY OF MESA. * IF A NEW SES OR MPU IS REQUIRED, A MESA PERMIT AND CLEARANCE/GREEN TAG (JUST FOR THE NEW SES) IS REQUIRED * Flatten PDFs before uploading.

Site

SRP requirements, include (E) (1 OF 2) (2 OF 2) for all -DEDICATED DER METER

-DER METER DISCONNECT SWITCH

-UTILITY AC DISCONNECT SWITCH

-(N)(E) modules to be shown on placard page

Electrical Diagram

Centerfed 120% allowed


City of Mesa/MesaAZ utility follow SRP labeling for all PMs and disconnects


-DEDICATED DER METER

-DER METER DISCONNECT SWITCH

-UTILITY AC DISCONNECT SWITCH

Label Page Notes

SRP requirements, include (E) (1 OF 2) (2 OF 2) for all -DEDICATED DER METER

-DER METER DISCONNECT SWITCH

-UTILITY AC DISCONNECT SWITCH

-(N)(E) modules to be shown on placard page

Custom Placards Required
0
Non Standard Revision Requirements

No red clouds or deltas. Change to black.

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Mesa (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.