New installation or replacement of any solar photovoltaic component on the ground or on the roof of a residential (non-multifamily) structure.
Required Forms & Documents - At Application Submittal
- Application for Construction Permit (1-page form) 1 original signed.
- Application Package for Simplified Solar Ready PV Permit 1 original signed: Includes the application, checklist, owner-builder disclosure statement (for OB's), notice of commencement & subcontractor worksheet forms.
- 50 Percent Improvement or Damage Review Application (1 original): If property is in a flood hazard zone, a copy of an Elevation Certificate proving the structure is above the flood hazard elevation must be provided. Otherwise, this 50 Percent Review Form must be completed & submitted.
- Subcontractor Worksheet (1 original or copy): Submit if contractor is hiring a subcontractor to perform any electric, mechanical, plumbing or roofing.
- Site Plan or Roof Layout Plan (2 sets or copies)
- Construction Documents (2 sets or copies): Electrical diagram; manufacturers specification sheets or signed/sealed engineering; load calculations; and Roof Structure Affidavit.
- Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement (1 original, personally signed at the permit counter): Eligible Owner-Builders must complete this form in person at the time of application. Required by Florida law in order to be exempt from having to be a licensed contractor (sale or lease of the property is prohibited for 1 year from permit completion).
- Affidavit - Solar Roof Structure (1 Signed Copy)
Required Forms & Documents - Before The First Inspection
- Notice of Commencement Submit (1) recorded copy from the Clerk of Circuit Court. Required for any improvement for which the direct contract price is greater than $5,000. Must be submitted prior to scheduling the first inspection.
Other Information
- Owner-Builder Permits Information: Please read this information about what & who may qualify for an Owner-Builder permit. An Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement form must be completed.
- Construction Guidelines for Solar Ready Construction: Construction guidelines to be used.
Fees
At Time of Application
- Building Flat Fee: $90
- Surcharge: $5 if Valuation is less than $50,000. If Valuation is $50,000 or more, the Surcharge = 0.025 x Building Fee
Note: Payments by check should be made payable to either "CCBCC" or Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners. Payments are also accepted by Mastercard or Visa credit or debit cards.
Licenses That Can Pull This Permit Type
- Owner-Builder: (shall not lease, rent or sell the property for one (1) year from permit completion).
- Certified Master Electrician
- Certified Solar Energy Specialty
- Certified Solar Systems
- Certified Solar Water Heater
- Registered Master Electrician
Department Reviews
- Intake/Sufficiency: A review of the application, and its required documents to verify completeness for acceptance and payment of initial fees.
- Building: A review of the proposed work to ensure that the structure will be in compliance with the applicable structural requirements of the Florida Building Code: also includes wind loads and flood loads.
- Electrical: Ensure that the proposed structure or component will comply with the electrical provisions of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Zoning: A review the proposed work for compliance with the land development regulations. This includes zoning, setbacks and any other regulations pertaining to the location and type of structure.
- Permit Issuance: At this point, work may commence. The applicant will receive an approved copy of the permit package, and an Inspection Card to be posted at the site.
Typical Inspections
Inspection Type (IVR System Code):
- Electric Final (935): Made once power is connected to the building, all electrical work has been completed and all electrical trim is installed.
- Building Final (925): Made after all work is complete. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing, driveway and tree final inspections may be made prior to the building final inspection.
Note: Roof top installations require both Electrical & Building department reviews. If installed on the ground, or other non-roof top area, the permit application will need a Zoning, Electrical & Building review. If water is to be heated by the system, a Plumbing review & a Plumbing Final inspection will need to be conducted.