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City of Hale Center (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2020

Fire Code Version2018 Building Code

Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural

Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version: 2020

Fire Code Version: 2018 Building Code

Code List: 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification: ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required: 0

New Planset Required For Module Swap: 0

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required: Digital Structural

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: 90

Snow Load: 5

Reducible Snow Load Allowed: 1

Minimum Ground On Roof: #10

Electrical

Allowed POI: Meter Adapter,Line Side Taps,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps

Temperature Rating: 90

De Rating Ampacity: 0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed: 0

ESS Notes: Standard

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 Hale Center (TX) 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.