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San José Ordinance Creating an Expedited Solar Permitting Process

This San José ordinance establishes an expedited, streamlined solar permitting process that complies with the Solar Rights Act to achieve timely and cost-effective installations of small residential rooftop solar systems.

Link:

  • San José Code of Ordinances Section 17.86

Policy Details:

Locale: San Jose, California [West]
Climate zone: Zone 3C: Warm Marine
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Solar Photovoltaic Roof
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

San José Code of Ordinances Section 17.86

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