Snellville requires building and electrical permits for solar PV installations. Plan review includes structural capacity, fire setbacks, and interconnection with Georgia Power or Walton EMC.
Solar PV permits through Snellville Planning and Development Department. Submittal: site plan, roof plan showing module layout and fire setbacks (typically 18-36 inch ridge/eave paths per IRC), structural analysis if roof may be overloaded, single-line electrical diagram, and inverter specs. Ground-mount arrays subject to accessory structure setbacks. Utility interconnection agreement required from Georgia Power (retail) or Walton EMC depending on service territory. Snellville does not impose additional aesthetic review beyond HOA (if any).
Unpermitted solar: disconnect order; double permit fee.
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