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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPV2019-144 - MiscCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT BUILDING DIVISION 100 Civic Center Drive I P.O. Box 1768 1 Newport Beach, CA 92658-8915 www.newportboachea.gov 1 (949) 644-3200 Eligibility Checklist for Expedited Solar Photovoltaic Permitting for One- and Two -Family Dwellings GENERAL REQUIREMENTS A. No more than four photovoltaic module strings are connected to each Maximum Power / A. System size is 10 kW AC CEC rating or less Q'Y ❑ N B. The solar array is roof -mounted on one- or two-family dwelling or accessory structure uY ❑ N C. The solar panel/module arrays will not exceed the maximum legal building height ZX, ❑ N D. Solar system is utility interactive and without battery storage g YY 6 E3 E. Permit application is completed and attached 120/220 Vac with a bus bar rating of 225 A or less% ❑ N ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The PV system is connected to the load side of the utility distribution equipment @ Y ❑ N �Y A. No more than four photovoltaic module strings are connected to each Maximum Power / Point Tracking (MPPT) input where source circuit fusing is included in the inverter 17 Y ❑ N 1) No more than two strings per MPPT input where source circuit fusing is not included ❑ N 2) Fuses (if needed) are rated to the series fuse rating of the PV module fi Y ❑ N 3) No more than one non inverter -integrated DC combiner is utilized per inverter f3 Y ❑ N B. For central inverter systems: No more than two inverters are utilized Y ❑ N C. The PV system is interconnected to a single-phase AC service panel of nominal 120/220 Vac with a bus bar rating of 225 A or less% [IN D. The PV system is connected to the load side of the utility distribution equipment @ Y ❑ N �Y E. A Solar PV Standard Plan and supporting documentation is completed and attached ❑ N STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS A. A completed Structural Criteria and supporting documentation is attached (if required) 0 Y ❑ N FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS // A. Clear access pathways provided @' ❑ N B. Fire classification solar system is providedO Y/ ❑ N C. All required markings and labels are provided 9/Y ❑ N D. A diagram of the roof layout of all panels, modules, clear access pathways and approximate locations of electrical disconnecting means and roof access points is completed and attached EYY ❑ N Notes: 1. These criteria are intended for expedited solar permitting process. 2. If any items are checked NO, revise design to fit within Eligibility Checklist, otherwise permit application may go through standard process.