Showing ordinances that apply to Loma Mar, CA
Loma Mar is an unincorporated community (population 134) in San Mateo County, California. Because Loma Mar is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, San Mateo County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The panel permits rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Unincorporated San Mateo County uses expedited solar permitting under California AB 2188 (Solar Rights Act). Residential rooftop systems under 10 kW qualify for same-day online permits through SolarAPP+ or the County Building Division. Fire setbacks per CFC Chapter 11B.
San Mateo County complies with California's Solar Rights Act (Civil Code §714) and AB 2188 requiring expedited, streamlined permitting for residential solar installations. Systems 10 kW or smaller on one- and two-family dwellings qualify for administrative/over-the-counter approval with limited review. The County participates in the SolarAPP+ automated permitting platform. Permit fees are capped at $450 for residential per AB 2188. Required submittals: site plan, electrical line diagram, structural details, and utility interconnection info. Fire Code (CFC §1204 and California Residential Code R324) requires 3-foot ridge setback and 18-inch side setback on hip roofs, with clear pathways for firefighter access. PG&E interconnection required; NEM 3.0 (net billing tariff) applies to new systems connected after April 15, 2023. Battery storage systems require separate electrical permit. Coastal zone installations may need Coastal Development Permit if not exempt.
Installation without permit: stop-work order, retroactive permit plus 2x fee penalty per SMC. Fire setback violations: correction required before final inspection. PG&E disconnect for uncertified systems. Coastal zone unpermitted work: CCC enforcement possible.
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