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City of Lemon Grove (CA)

California Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTesting
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
Testing
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
Existing Systems,Trenching,MPU,MPU,Derate,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
1
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

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

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

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

PE Requirements; SE digital stamps on corresponding PV pages and PE Letter / Structural Calcs. Engineer cannot use the blank square in the title block to apply their seal. The AHJ wants this left open for their plan reviewer to place their stamp.

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
1

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
1
ESS Notes
  • ESS disconnect required within 6ft of MSP on same wall and not blocked by walls/gates/etc.
  • Single Line Diagram and Site Placard - Show the location of the ESS disconnecting means (lockable) within sight from (50ft - Article 100 definitions) and compliance with 706.15(A)(1)(2)(3) CEC.
Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
Yes - with dimensions

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

AHJ requires that Occupancy Type (R2 or R3) and Construction type VA/VB (5A/5B) Be noted on plans. We must provide a 3 (tall) by 2 (wide) blank space designated For City Stamps on all PV sheets in the same location of the title block.

Site

Heartland Fire & Rescue correction (a past project): Is building sprinklered or non sprinklered? construction type? (typically type V [wood construction]) Identify total roof Sq footage total array Sq footage

Electrical Diagram

BATTERY JOBS: Clarify if battery is time of use or for backup loads. Add disconnect at battery

For SEEB Projects: Utilize 100A AC Disconnect for 63A CHINT breaker.

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 Lemon Grove (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.