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Ground Mount vs. Rooftop Solar: Solar permitting costs may be higher for ground-mounted PV systems because some municipalities require a zoning permit for such systems. Also, plan sets for ground-mount systems are more likely to need engineering reviews and stamps. This may also require additional paperwork to provide documentation that the proposed system complies with local zoning regulations and structural requirements.
Local Regulations and Inspection Requirements: Different municipalities have varying regulations and inspection requirements that can affect the cost. Some areas may require multiple inspections throughout the installation process, adding to the total permit cost. Furthermore, stringent local codes or additional requirements for structural engineering reports and electrical assessments can increase expenses.
Solar Permit Application Complexity: The complexity of the PV permit application process itself can influence costs. If the application requires detailed documentation, professional drawings, or specific technical specifications, the cost can be higher due to the need for specialized services to complete the application accurately, such as solar engineering stamps and reviews.
Expedited Solar Permit Processing Fees: Sometimes, you may opt for expedited processing to fast-track the solar permit approval process. This often comes with an additional fee, increasing your total solar permit costs.
Strategies to Reduce Solar Permit Costs
Although solar permitting expenses can increase your soft costs, there are several ways to minimize them while promoting solar permitting success.
Streamline the Solar Permit Application Process
Solar companies should start researching local permit requirements early in the planning stage to streamline the permit application process. Gathering all necessary documentation, such as site plans, system designs, and electrical diagrams, in advance can prevent delays. Also, leveraging online solar permitting systems where available can expedite the process and save time.
Ensure Accurate Documentation & Solar Plan Sets
Thorough planning and accurate documentation are crucial for a smooth permitting process. Ensuring all solar drawings and plan sets meet local building and safety codes can avoid costly revisions and resubmissions. Detailed and precise documentation helps pass solar inspections quickly and efficiently, reducing the likelihood of project delays and additional costs.
Best Practices for AHJs in Reducing Solar Permitting Costs
Many municipalities want to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy and have been working to enhance the solar permitting process for contractors, homeowners, and businesses. At GreenLancer, we have over a decade of solar permitting experience and have gained some insights into best practices.
1. Implementing Online Solar Permitting Systems
Online Permit Application Portals: Municipalities can develop online portals where applicants can submit all necessary documentation digitally. This reduces paperwork, expedites PV permit processing, and allows for easier tracking of application status.
Automated Reviews: Integrating automated review systems can help quickly flag common issues, ensuring that applications meet basic requirements before a human review, thus speeding up the process.
2. Standardizing Solar Permit Requirements
Unified Permit Guidelines: Establishing standardized guidelines for solar permits for small-scale projects can help reduce confusion and ensure consistency in applications. This can involve creating clear checklists and templates for applicants.
Adopting Best Practice Models: Municipalities can look to successful models like the SolarAPP+ (Solar Automated Permit Processing) developed by the U.S. Department of Energy, which standardizes and automates the permit review process for residential solar systems.
3. Reducing Permit Fees and Expediting Processes
Fee Waivers or Reductions: To encourage renewable energy adoption, municipalities can offer reduced solar panel permit fees or waive them entirely for PV installations, particularly for low-income residents.
Expedited Solar Permit Review Processes: Establishing expedited review processes for standard residential installations can significantly reduce solar permit approval times. This can be achieved by setting specific criteria that, if met, allow for faster processing.
4. Training and Resources for Staff
Specialized Training: Providing specialized training for solar permitting staff on PV technology and common installation practices can help reduce errors and improve the speed of the review process.
Dedicated Solar Permitting Teams: Creating dedicated teams focused solely on solar panel permits can ensure that these applications are processed efficiently and by knowledgeable personnel.
5. Enhancing Communication and Support
Clear Communication Channels: Establishing clear lines of communication between the solar permitting office and applicants helps address issues promptly. Providing detailed guides and FAQs on the municipality’s website can also assist applicants in understanding the process.
Solar Permitting Support Services: Offering dedicated customer support for solar permit applicants can help answer questions and resolve issues quickly, preventing delays caused by misunderstandings or incomplete applications.
