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DBI briefed Board on new state solar PV requirements, permitting types and solar-easement limits
Summary
Department of Building Inspection staff summarized California Energy Code changes requiring on-site solar for many new buildings, explained when electrical trade permits versus building permits are required, inspection thresholds, SolarAPP+ use, and limits of solar easements under state civil code.
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection briefed the Board of Appeals on state and local changes affecting solar photovoltaic (PV) permitting on Feb. 28.
DBI senior engineer James Zahn described a stricter solar requirement in the 2022 California Energy Code cycle that, for many new multifamily and commercial buildings, requires installation of a solar PV system rather than mere solar readiness. Zahn explained which contractors are eligible to pull solar permits, how most rooftop PV installs can be permitted with an…
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