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AHJ, utility and governing code updates for California, New Jersey, Arkansas and Arizona

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Solargraf has recently been updated with changes to AHJs, utilities, and governing codes. Stay on top of the regulations effortlessly, ensuring smooth permit processes and streamlined compliance for your solar projects. Solargraf’s commitment to staying current with AHJ updates benefits both installers and customers. Stay informed and take advantage of these enhancements.

AHJ Updates

California: Solargraf is now updated with the latest changes in Los Angeles and Orange County.

City of Los Angeles: LAFD memo/ESS checklist is required with the plan set.

Los Angeles County: For battery jobs, use CSFM and UL 539 listed approved heat and smoke detectors in case of interior installation of batteries. The house should be protected by a fire sprinkler system and an alarm bell that notifies when the sprinklers activate.

Orange County: Orange County requires a 4”x4” blank space to be provided on the upper right corner on all sheets of plans and space shall be 1” below the Top and 5” from the right edge of all sheets. This space is required for Orange County electronic approval stamps.

Governing Codes

State New Adoption Code Existing Adopted Governing Codes
New Jersey 2020 National Electrical Code
2021 International Building Code, NJ Edition
2021 International Residential Code, NJ Edition
2021 International Fire Code
2021 International Mechanical Code
2021 International Fuel Gas Code
2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code		 2017 National Electrical Code
2018 International Building Code
2018 International Residential Code
2018 International Fire Code
2018 International Mechanical Code
2018 International Fuel Gas Code
2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code

Utility Updates

Utilities from Arkansas and Arizona have made changes and Solargraf is now updated.

  1. Arkansas: Paragould Light & Water Comm (PMU)
    Dual meter base required, existing meter base to be replaced.
  2. Arizona: Salt River Project
    Need to add fused disconnect along with unfused disconnect. This is a new requirement from the utility company SRP. SRP requires that any service with SRP-supplied fault current over 10K AIC shall be fused.

Please note that the information provided is based on the updates received from AHJ and Utility authorities and may be subject to further updates or changes. Always consult the latest local regulations and AHJ guidelines for the most accurate and up-to-date information. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact us at [email protected].

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