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County of Nye / Town of Pahrump (NV)

Nevada Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2017
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
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 ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2018 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE

2018 UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE

2018 UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA, AND HOT TUB CODE

2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2018 UNIFORM CODE FOR SOLAR ENERGY

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
1
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
None
Structural Calculations Required
No

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Only 18" setback from ridge is required if other side of ridge is not utilized for solar

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

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

PM optional. Inv > PM > AC > POI No published information about battery placement.

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

If applicable: plot plan needs the 4 setbacks for all existing (house, septic, well) added to the plot plan page

MPU PROJECTS:

  • When an MPU will be on a pedestal there must be a separate plan set created to permit the MPU apart from the solar. Distances from property lines and structures from the MSP must be shown on the site plan.

DETACHED (N) EXTERIOR SUBPANEL (SAME AS MPU)

EV Chargers:

Cover Page

Provide property acreage, proposed area of disturbance (array square footage), and the total linear feet of trenching (where trenching will be employed).

Attachment Detail

Projects with rafter/structural upgrades must provide ridge size, rafter size, length, and spacing details.

Electrical Diagram

CEC rating needs to be calculated and shown on SLD. Here is the formula for the CEC-AC rating: PTC Rating x Number of Panels x Inverter Efficiency = CEC-AC Rating

Custom Placards Required
0
Non Standard Planset Requirements
Single Line Diagram
Non Standard Revision Requirements

Please RED cloud and delta sign any changes made to the plans and provide the revision letter for the changes made.

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Ground Mount Notes
  • Added the Zoning application for the ground Mounts system for NYE County.
  • A plot plan to scale; (applicant must show entire area of disturbance on the plot plan)
  • Zoning and Dust Application are required ~~for the DCR team to fill out~~ , the rest of the permit coordinator takes care of it before submitting it.
  • Show Rear, Front, Left, and Right property setbacks
  • Show setback to street
  • Must show distance from GM system to all existing structures on the property.
  • Show total acreage of property
  • Show total linear feet of trenching, if applicable
  • If fence is included, show height on plans
  • Show sq footage of array, include entire area enclosed by fence, if applicable
  • A directional arrow indicating north on the plot plan;
  • All development, both existing and proposed;
  • Setbacks and property dimensions;
  • Distances between all structures;
  • Street names of streets adjacent to the subject property;
  • Easements with locations and dimensions;
  • Driveway location and an encroachment permit, if applicable, in accordance with title 12, chapter 12.08, "Excavations And Encroachments", of this Code
  • Existing and proposed rights-of-way
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Nye / Town of Pahrump (NV) 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.