The City's Development Services Department (DSD) has introduced a new instant permitting system for residential solar projects, facilitating online applications and providing immediate permit approval.
If all documentation and fees are correct, the City of San Diego will approve a permit for your PV installation and installation of the system can begin. Upon completion of your installation, the City of San Diego must inspect you solar installation.
How do I get solar energy in San Diego?
This page outlines solar PV incentives, financing mechanisms, permitting process, and interconnection information for the City of San Diego and the utility that serves its territory, San Diego Gas and Electric. Qualified contractors are your key to getting the most productive solar energy system for your home or business.
Do I need a plan review for a solar PV project?
Photovoltaic (PV) projects meeting the criteria below do not require a plan review and can be submitted electronically using a Residential Rooftop-Mounted Solar PV Permit. A Residential Rooftop-Mounted Solar PV Permit is required to install a residential rooftop-mounted solar PV system or solar photovoltaic shingles.
Do I need a permit to install a solar system?
A Permit is required for the installation of all PV systems. A solar permit, or combination permit for installations on single family dwellings or duplex projects, may be required if structural modifications to existing construction are proposed to support the PV system.
Upon completion of your installation, the City of San Diego must inspect you solar installation. For additional helpful information on inspections, please refer to the Residential Photovoltaic Systems Inspection Guidelines.
The previous requirement for professional certification is no longer required. Photovoltaic (PV) projects meeting the criteria below do not require a plan review and can be submitted electronically using a Residential Rooftop-Mounted Solar PV Permit.