Solar building permit

You need a solar building permit if you are installing solar panels on your property.

Many residential solar projects now qualify for instant approval. To see if your project is eligible, review instructions for Instant (Symbium) Solar Permit below.

Apply on eTRAKiT

Subtypes

Instant (Symbium) Solar Permit
Solar only
Solar, plus battery
Solar expedited
Battery only

Requirements and attachments

When you apply online, you can upload documents with your application. Make sure to upload all of the required documents. If your application is not complete, this will extend the time it takes to issue your permit.

Existing roof rafter size, spacing and span. See Solar Rafter Span Information in for allowed span tables.
Contractor or Owner-Builder Declarations (required for all projects)
Projects over $50k require Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Statement (DRS)

Instant (Symbium) Solar Permit

Many residential solar projects now qualify for instant permit approval.

Apply for a Symbium Instant Solar Permit

To see if your project is eligible and get an instant permit:

Enter your address into the search bar on the Symbium website to see if your project is eligible.
Complete your application and pay permit fees on the Symbium website.
Once you have received your Symbium permit, visit eTRAKIT to complete your application.
On eTRAKIT, choose the permit type "Symbium solar permit" and follow the instructions provided.

Expedited solar

For consideration for expedited solar review the project must meet all the requirements as described in the Eligibility checklist for Expedited PV. The project must be under 10kW and not include a battery. Also, the submittal must include the Structural Criteria form.

Energy storage systems (ESS)

Projects that include an energy storage system must include a disconnect near the main electric panel.

If the battery is installed inside enclosed spaces or rooms of a building, a smoke alarm/heat detector is required per the current edition of the CFC.

Batteries located in enclosed utility closets, basements, storage or utility space shall be provided with not less than 5/8-inch type x gypsum wall-board on walls and ceilings per the current edition of the CFC.

Main panel upgrade

If the scope of work includes a main panel upgrade please see the requirements listed in the Electrical permit type, subtype Main Panel Upgrade.

Learn about required documents for all permits.