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San Antonio Energy Conservation Code (solar, roofs)

Sections of San Antonio’s building code require both low- and steep-slope roofs to hit prescribed Solar Reflectance Index standards. Relatedly, the code provides that in some structures the main electrical service panel must have a reserved space to allow future solar electric installation.

Link:

  • San Antonio, Texas Code Sec. 10-92

Policy Details:

Locale: San Antonio, Texas [Southwest]
Climate zone: Zone 2A: Hot Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Solar Photovoltaic Roof
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

San Antonio, Texas Code Sec. 10-92

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