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City of Schertz (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

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

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL & GAS CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE

2018 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2023 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
1
Revision Required
0
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
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

33% rule to account for only roof plans with mods, if those roof plans higher apply the 3 ft at ridge

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load
5
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

Requires structural observation letter including standard structural calcs WS 115 MPH SL 5 PSF

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Floor plan / Garage plan is required with battery attachment details if ESS is installed inside the garage

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

SURGE PROTECTOR IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROJECTS

Custom Placards Required
1
Placards Notes

Placard is required to be placed for inspection.

Open obtain placard task, prefill the task.

Mark it in TODO and assign the task to Zakery Arreola.

Leave this note in unified notes section.

Prepare Inspection  

Action Taken: Opened obtain placard task.

Summary of items to complete before Final Inspection: 1 6x8 placard, (attached pdf of placard to note.)

Next Follow-Up Date: 2-3 days.

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 Schertz (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.