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Solar panels and EV chargers in Clovis

Clovis'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 Clovis Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What Clovis's code says

Clovis code What Clovis's code adds
EV charger permit
  • Permits issue when the application meets the City's checklist; the charger stays off until the City approves a final inspection.
    Applies: Applies to EV charging stations.
    § 8.18.04 · code text
    A permit application that satisfies the information requirements in the City’s adopted checklist shall be deemed complete and be promptly processed.
  • Electronic submittal is allowed.
    § 8.18.04 · code text
    the Building Official shall allow for electronic submittal of permit applications covered by this chapter and associated supporting documentations.
Review time
  • The permit is issued the following business day.
    Applies: Applies to a complete over-the-counter application for a small residential rooftop solar system.
    § 8.14.06 · code text
    The Building Department shall issue a permit or other nondiscretionary permit the following business day for over-the-counter applications which are deemed complete or within three (3) business days for electronic applications of receipt of a complete application and meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan.
  • The permit is issued within 3 business days.
    Applies: Applies to a complete electronic application for a small residential rooftop solar system.
    § 8.14.06 · code text
    The Building Department shall issue a permit or other nondiscretionary permit the following business day for over-the-counter applications which are deemed complete or within three (3) business days for electronic applications of receipt of a complete application and meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Clovis's code: The permit is issued the following business day. (Applies to a complete over-the-counter application for a small residential rooftop solar system.) (§ 8.14.06); Permits issue when the application meets the City's checklist; the charger stays off until the City approves a final inspection. (Applies to EV charging stations.) (§ 8.18.04).

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