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City of Big Bear Lake (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE

2025 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
3
Revision Required
0
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required
None
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
125
Wind Notes

Wind (Nonresidential):

  • Risk Category I: Ultimate wind speed of 100 mph
  • Risk Category II: Ultimate wind speed of 110 mph
  • Risk Categories III & IV: Ultimate wind speed of 115 mph

Risk categories are defined in the California Building Code, Table 1604.5.

Seismic:

  • Site-specific seismic accelerations (SDS and SD1) are required.
  • Values shall be determined using the USGS Design Maps.
  • Calculations must be based on 2012/2015 IBC or ASCE 7-10 values.
  • Site Class D shall be used.


Snow Load
100
Snow Load Notes
  • Snow Loads Roof (pf): 100 pounds per square foot (psf)
  • Ground (pg): 85 psf (for use in determining snow drift on lower roofs only) Wind Residential Design wind pressure is 85 miles per hour (mph), Exposure C (ASD)
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
0
Max Attachment Spacing
95
Structural Notes

SE digital stamps on corresponding PV pages & PE Letter / Calcs. WS: 85mph. Exposure C. SL: 5psf

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Line Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91
BOS Restrictions

Standard

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

ESS disconnect required within 6ft of MSP on same wall and not blocked by walls/gates/etc

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
Yes - with dimensions

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements


Attachment Detail

Attachment spacing must not exceed 2' (staggered) due to high snow load

Electrical Diagram

Centerfed 120% allowed as long as it meets the conditions within the CEC.

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Yes
Ground Mount Notes
  • Fencing required if the circuit conductors are not installed in a raceway and the voltages are greater than 30 volts.
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Big Bear Lake (CA) 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.