Delhi, NY · Delaware County
NY State Unified Solar Permit
Property owners and solar contractors use this application to request building and electrical permits for eligible solar photovoltaic installations.
What this form is
The application requests a unified permit for eligible solar photovoltaic systems rated at 25 kW DC or less. It asks for project eligibility details, property and system information, contractor and electrician information, and signatures, and requires construction documents and other applicable attachments. The city uses the completed package to review the project and, upon approval, issue a building and/or electrical permit.
Who needs it
Property owners applying for a unified permit for an eligible solar PV installation, along with their solar contractor, must complete and submit the application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application, required construction documents, and the $50 fee by cash or check in person at 9 Court Street, Delhi, NY 13753, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm. Documents may be left in the drop box outside business hours.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant just signs and dates the application, and the document does not specify a notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the NY State Unified Solar Permit application.
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Complete And Sign The Form
Provide the eligibility, property, system, contractor, and electrician information, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include the applicable construction documents and other required supporting materials for the solar PV system.
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Submit The Permit Package
Bring the completed package and $50 cash or check to 9 Court Street, Delhi, or leave it in the drop box outside business hours.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the NY State Unified Solar Permit?
- No. The application calls for the property owner’s and solar installation company representative’s signatures and dates, but does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the NY State Unified Solar Permit?
- Submit the completed application, required construction documents, and $50 cash or check in person at 9 Court Street, Delhi. Documents may be left in the drop box outside business hours.
- What attachments are required with the application?
- The application package includes construction documents for the solar PV system type being installed. Additional requirements depend on the system and may include roof plans, structural information, and racking documentation.