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Solar panels and EV chargers in Burlingame

Burlingame's own rules on solar panels and EV chargers, with the code text for every value.

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Each rule below links to the section of the Burlingame Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What Burlingame's code says

Burlingame code What Burlingame's code adds
EV-ready new homes
  • EV charging equipment is required for all new developments and substantial additions, as CalGreen and the city's Reach Code set.
    § 25.40.060 · code text
    Electric vehicle charging equipment shall be provided for all new developments and whenever a substantial addition to an existing development is proposed.
EV charger permit
  • Expedited administrative review; nondiscretionary approval when the checklist and standards are met.
    Applies: The application meets the approved checklist and standards, with no specific, adverse impact on public health or safety.
    § 18.07.020 · code text
    Where the application meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standards and there are no specific, adverse impacts upon public health or safety, the building division shall complete the building permit approval process, which is nondiscretionary.
  • Electronic submittal by fax is available.
    § 18.07.020 · code text
    Electronic submittal of the required permit application and documents by facsimile shall be made available to all electric vehicle charging station permit applicants.
  • No permit is needed for routine operation and maintenance.
    Applies: Legally established or permitted charging stations.
    § 18.07.020 · code text
    Routine operation and maintenance shall not require a permit.

Who this affects

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit for solar panels or an EV charger in Burlingame?

Burlingame's code: Expedited administrative review; nondiscretionary approval when the checklist and standards are met. (The application meets the approved checklist and standards, with no specific, adverse impact on public health or safety.) (§ 18.07.020); Electronic submittal by fax is available. (§ 18.07.020).

General information, not legal advice.

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