Instant Solar Permit Now Available through SolarAPP+

Solar installation contractors are now able to apply for the City’s new Instant Solar Permit (ISP) with the help of SolarAPP+, an automated online portal for permitting new residential rooftop solar and storage systems. SolarAPP+ helps streamline the permitting process by instantly issuing an ISP for code-compliant systems.

The ISP application is only for use by contractors registered with SolarAPP+ and accommodates roof-mounted solar photovoltaic panel installations with or without an energy storage system. A main electrical service upgrade can be added to the ISP. To see which systems are eligible, please refer to the Solar APP+ Eligibility Checklists. Only those systems included in these lists are eligible for the ISP through SolarAPP+.

How to Use SolarApp+

Step 1: Create or Log in to Existing Account
Step 2: Submit project in SolarAPP+
  • Submit your project through SolarAPP+.
  • Pay the processing fee charged by SolarAPP+.
  • Download the approval documents. You will need to upload them into the City’s online permitting portal when applying for your permit.
Step 3: Apply for Permit
  • Log in to City’s online permitting portal.
  • Apply for a SolarAPP+ Instant Solar Permit in the portal. You will be asked to upload your submittal documents, including those you downloaded from SolarAPP+.
Step 4: Pay for Permit
Step 5: Request Inspection

Request an inspection through the City’s online portal.

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