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Title 17 — BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION

Part 3 — REQUIREMENTS FOR SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

San Jose Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-29 · San Jose

17.86.300 - Solar energy system requirements.

A.

All solar energy systems shall meet applicable health and safety standards and requirements imposed by the state and the city.

B.

Solar energy systems for heating water in single-family residences and for heating water in commercial or swimming pool applications shall be certified by an accredited listing agency as defined by the California Plumbing and Mechanical Code.

C.

Solar energy systems for producing electricity shall meet all applicable safety and performance standards established by the California Electrical Code, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and accredited testing laboratories such as Underwriters Laboratories and, where applicable, rules of the public utilities commission regarding safety and reliability.

(Ord. 29601.)

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