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County of Ellis (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2017
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredNone
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2017
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (IBC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE (IRC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE (IMC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE (IPC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE (IFGC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE (IECC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE (IEBC) 2018 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE (ISPSC) 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC)

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
Revision Required
0
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

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
5
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes
10/22 - Blank AHJ, PE not required for RM jobs. (LN)
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

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

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements


Electrical Diagram

Standard

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
No
Ground Mount Notes

Setback Requirements

  • Setback requirements vary by zone/lot.
  • For details, call or .
  • Septic system info can also be collected here.

Ground Mount Details

  • Ground screws are allowed.
  • No gravel base required.
  • No freeze/thaw depth requirement.
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the County of Ellis (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.