Clearwater requires a building permit for residential solar photovoltaic installations, with applications processed through the city ePermit system and reviews typically completed within 4-12 days for systems meeting Florida Building Code wind and structural standards.
The City of Clearwater requires a building permit for any solar photovoltaic or solar thermal installation that includes electrical, structural, or roof modifications regulated by the Florida Building Code. As of June 1, 2020, contractors must submit electric, roof, and related permits online through the ePermit system at epermit.myclearwater.com. Applications require a site plan, structural and electrical drawings, manufacturer specifications, racking attachment details, and proof of contractor licensing. Reviews typically take 4-12 days depending on complexity. Systems must meet Florida Building Code wind load requirements applicable to coastal Pinellas County. Duke Energy Florida handles interconnection approvals for grid-tied systems, generally within 15-20 business days.
Stop-work orders, doubled permit fees for unpermitted work, mandatory inspection of completed work, and potential denial of utility interconnection.
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