Elk Grove provides expedited, streamlined residential solar permits as required by AB 2188 and the Solar Rights Act (Civil Code §714). Standard rooftop PV systems receive non-discretionary, ministerial approval, often same-day online.
California's AB 2188 (Gov Code §65850.5) requires all cities, including Elk Grove, to adopt an expedited, streamlined permitting checklist for small residential rooftop solar photovoltaic systems (≤10 kW AC). Elk Grove's Building Division accepts solar applications through an online portal; standard systems on engineered trusses using a listed racking manufacturer and a pre-approved electrical plan are reviewed administratively, usually the same or next business day. One combined inspection (structural + electrical) is performed after installation. Civil Code §714 (Solar Rights Act) prohibits HOAs from banning solar panels or imposing restrictions that reduce efficiency by more than 10% or cost by more than $1,000. Battery storage systems paired with solar also have streamlined permitting through SB 379.
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