St. Helena, CA · Napa County
Solar PV and ESS Permit Worksheet
This worksheet helps applicants document code-related project details for qualifying residential solar photovoltaic and energy storage systems submitted for a city permit.
What this form is
The worksheet may be used for roof-mounted residential solar PV systems under 15 kWdc and energy storage systems of 80 kWh or less installed in a detached accessory structure or on a structure’s exterior. It asks applicants to check answers about electrical components, equipment placement, fire setbacks, batteries, and required labels. The worksheet states that plans are not required when the project complies with its listed conditions.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a permit for a qualifying residential solar PV or energy storage system may use this worksheet to answer the listed project questions.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates the worksheet.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Worksheet
Download the Solar PV and ESS Permit Worksheet PDF.
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Complete The Questions
Check the appropriate answer for each question about the project’s solar PV and energy storage systems.
- 3
Review Project Conditions
Check the listed conditions for qualifying projects; the worksheet says plans are not required when the project complies with them.
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Sign And Submit
Sign and date the worksheet, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What projects may use the Solar PV and ESS Permit Worksheet?
- The worksheet may be used for roof-mounted residential solar PV systems under 15 kWdc and energy storage systems of 80 kWh or less in a detached accessory structure or on a structure’s exterior.
- What information does the worksheet ask for?
- It asks applicants to check answers about PV electrical components, equipment and module placement, fire setbacks, energy storage batteries, and required labels.
- Do I need a notary for the Solar PV and ESS Permit Worksheet?
- No. This document is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates the worksheet.
- How do I submit the Solar PV and ESS Permit Worksheet?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.