Doug Smith, MCP/CBO SOLAR PV PLAN REVIEW
requirements that govern solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and explain the inspection and plan review processes for them. This presentation is based on the 2020/2023 NEC and 2021 IRC/IFC.
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Not all items outlined in this section are relevant to each PV system. This inspection reference details most of the issues that relate to the PV system during the inspection process. All California Electrical Code (CEC), California Residential Code (CRC), California Building Code (CBC) and California Fire Code (CFC) references are noted.
Firefighter access according to approved plan. Roof-mounted PV systems have the required fire classification (CBC 1505.9 or CRC R902.4). Grounding/bonding of rack and modules according to the manufacturer's installation instructions that are approved and listed.
PV system markings, labels and signs according to the approved plan. Connection of the PV system to the grounding electrode system according to the approved plan. Access and working space for operation and maintenance of PV equipment such as inverters, disconnecting means and panelboards (not required for PV modules) (CEC 110.26).
PV installation shall comply with requirements of the standard plan. PV system operating at 80 volts or greater shall be protected by a listed DC arc fault protection. (CEC 690.11) All work done in a neat and workmanlike manner. (CEC 110.12) 10. DC modules are properly marked and labeled.
requirements that govern solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and explain the inspection and plan review processes for them. This presentation is based on the 2020/2023 NEC and 2021 IRC/IFC.
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