County of Yuma (AZ)

Codes

NEC Code Version

2020

Fire Code Version

2018 Building Code

Code List

2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE WITH AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE AMENDMENTS

2020 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE AMENDMENTS

2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE AMENDMENT

2003 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

ASCE Code Specification

ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status

Targeted

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions

1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions

MPU,Derate

How Many Plansets Required

1

Revision Required

1

New Planset Required For Module Swap

0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD

Yes

Wet Stamps Required

Digital Structural,Digital Electrical

Structural Calculations Required

Yes

Stamp Location On Plans

Unspecified

Date On Stamps

Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced

1

Rake Setback

54

Setback Notes

30" clearance required around rooftop AC units

Pathways must be over supported roof structure meaning setbacks start at a load bearing wall

Structural & loads

Wind Speed

115

Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load

0

Snow Load Notes

0

Reducible Snow Load Allowed

0

Max Attachment Spacing

96

Structural Notes

Minimum Ground On Roof

#6

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required

All Jobs

Allowed POI

Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps

Panel Schedule Required

Partial Home Backup

Temperature Rating

90

De Rating Ampacity

0.82

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed

0

ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required

No

ESS Elevation Detail Required

No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

When using a tap kit, provide the manufacturer's spec sheet in the plan set. We may not use class-J fuses at 60A. Please utilize conductor length.

Site

Roof Plan

Permits cannot be installed on an unpermitted or exempt permitted structure such as storage sheds.

Electrical Diagram

1 & 3 Line diagram required

Sub panels: show existing feeder size

Electrical Diagram Notes

MPU [New SES must be installed to a UFER ground or a second ground rod must be installed at least six feet apart if reading of 25 OHMs cannot be achieved on a single rod. IRC Sec E 3608.4.]

Label Page

Label needs to be added to the group that identifies the rapid shutdown switch and be placed within 3' of the switch NFPA 1 2018 SEC 11.12

Custom Placards Required

1

Non Standard Planset Requirements

Single Line Diagram

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required

Mesh/Scrim

Ground Mount Notes

AHJ does not permit Nuance racking, please ensure designs are built with Ironridge

Scrim is allowed as long as we provide the cut sheets.

See file 'Scrim' in file section below

Shade structures require a general contractor to be listed on the plans

Solar panels and associated equipment shall be installed per manufacturer’s specifications; however, if these devices are installed within the side yard setback, a minimum clearance of three feet (3’) shall be maintained from either the dwelling unit or the property line for fire access.

No portion of the solar panels and associated equipment that is installed within the established side yard setback shall exceed a height six feet above grade.

PV solar system should be 10 linear feet from existing Septic tank location.

-The actual shape and dimensions of the lot to be built upon (shown on site plan)

-The exact sizes and location of all existing and proposed buildings and accessory buildings on the lot (shown on site plan)

provide a legible elevation plan for the proposed ground mount system

Voltage drop calculations required if wire run is more than 150 ft.

This AHJ requires special inspection, which disqualifies Nuance Osprey Racking.

Ground Mount Requires Soil Sample

Soil Study

Setback Front Yard

25

Setback Back Yard

25

Setback Side Yard

10