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Solar panels and EV chargers in Indian Wells

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

What Indian Wells's code says

Indian Wells code What Indian Wells's code adds
EV charger permit
  • The permit can be issued once the application meets all checklist requirements.
    Applies: Applies to EV charging stations.
    § 16.110.060 · code text
    An application for an electric vehicle charging station shall be deemed complete and the permit available for issuance, when the Building Official determines that the application satisfies all the requirements found in the checklist.
Solar permit process
  • Administrative, nondiscretionary expedited review with standard plans and checklists.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems.
    § 16.100.030 · code text
    The Official shall, prior to September 30, 2015, adopt an administrative, nondiscretionary expedited review process for small residential rooftop solar energy systems, which shall include standard plan(s) and checklist(s).
  • A building or other nondiscretionary permit is issued within a reasonable time after a complete application.
    Applies: The application must meet the approved checklist, standard plan and the chapter.
    § 16.100.050 · code text
    City staff shall issue a building permit or other nondiscretionary permit within a reasonable period of time after receipt of a complete application that meets the requirements of the approved checklist, standard plan and this Chapter.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Indian Wells's code: Administrative, nondiscretionary expedited review with standard plans and checklists. (Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems.) (§ 16.100.030); The permit can be issued once the application meets all checklist requirements. (Applies to EV charging stations.) (§ 16.110.060).

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