Expedited Solar Permits

For expedited online submissions for solar photovoltaic installations up to 10kW in one and two-family dwellings.

Online

Step 1.Complete all of the required permitting and project documents

  • Agree to all Eligibility Checklist requirements
  • All supporting documentation as requested per the application.
  • Roof mounting manufacturer’s product specification/installation sheets
  • PV system manufacturer’s specification sheets for listed solar modules; inverter; J-boxes; disconnects and any other system components making up the PV design
  • Documentation from Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for the fire classification of the PV module and rail assembly showing that together they create a Class A fire rating 

 

Step 2.Complete and Submit your Application

Choose from either the Single Central Inverter or Single String of the MicroInverters Photovoltaic Options below:

Standard Plan #1
Simplified Central/String Inverter Systems

Standard Plan #2
Simplified Microinverter and ACM Systems

Step 3.Project Permitting and Inspection

  • Culver City Building Safety will process and review application documents and email a permit and approved plans
  • Request a final inspection
  • Have a hard copy of the approved plans and a field representative present on the day of inspection 

Documents and Forms to Complete and Attach to Submittal

Permitting Documents:

  • Completed Solar PV Permit Eligibility Checklist Requirements
  • Completed Solar PV Permit Application
  • Completed Solar PV Standard Plan
  • Project component specifications and documents

Project Documents:

  • All supporting documentation as requested under the Culver City Checklist for Expedited Solar Photovoltaic Permitting for One and Two Family Dwellings
  • Roof mounting manufacturer’s product specification/installation sheets
  • PV system manufacturer’s specification sheets for listed solar modules; inverter; J-boxes; disconnects and any other system components making up the PV design
  • Documentation from Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for the fire classification of the PV module and rail assembly showing that together they create a Class A fire rating