Panel Permits: Clovis vs Reedley

Solar permits in Clovis use AB 2188 expedited online process — same-day or 1-3 business day approval for residential systems ≤38.4 kW. CA Title 24 Part 6 requires solar on new single-family homes (2020 Energy Code).

Solar panel installations in Reedley require a building permit from the Building Division, which reviews plans for compliance with the 2022 California Building Code and local zoning regulations. The city uses an online citizen portal at reedley.portal.iworq.net for permit submissions. Under California Assembly Bill 1414 and Government Code Section 65850.5, Reedley must provide a streamlined, nondiscretionary permitting process for small residential rooftop solar energy systems up to 10 kilowatts, meaning these applications must be approved administratively without discretionary design review. Required submittals typically include equipment specification sheets for UL-listed panels and inverters, structural attachment details showing how the racking system connects to the roof, and an electrical single-line diagram. Fire code setbacks from roof edges and ridges must be maintained for firefighter access. California Title 24 energy standards require solar panels on most new single-family residential construction since 2020.