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Solar panels and EV chargers in Nevada County

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

What Nevada County's code says

Nevada County code What Nevada County's code adds
EV charger permit
  • The Building Official approves the application administratively with a nondiscretionary permit; electronic submittal is available.
    Applies: Applies to electric vehicle charging stations.
    § 14.13.050 · code text
    Electronic submittal of the required permit application and supporting documents shall be made available for all electric vehicle charging station permit applications.
Solar permit process
  • Administrative, non-discretionary review; a permit is issued on a complete application meeting the checklist and standard plan; 1 inspection.
    Applies: Small residential rooftop solar systems; more inspections only if the Building Official finds them necessary.
    § 14.14.060 · code text
    The County Building Department shall adopt an administrative, non-discretionary review process to expedite approval of small residential rooftop solar energy systems within thirty (30) days of the adoption on this Section.
Review time
  • Within 5 business days of receipt.
    Applies: Applies to complete over-the-counter and electronic applications for small residential rooftop solar systems.
    § 14.14.060 · code text
    For permit applications submitted over-the-counter and electronically, the Building Department shall issue a building permit or other non-discretionary permit within five (5) business days of receipt.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Nevada County's code: Administrative, non-discretionary review; a permit is issued on a complete application meeting the checklist and standard plan; 1 inspection. (Small residential rooftop solar systems; more inspections only if the Building Official finds them necessary.) (§ 14.14.060); The Building Official approves the application administratively with a nondiscretionary permit; electronic submittal is available. (Applies to electric vehicle charging stations.) (§ 14.13.050).

General information, not legal advice.

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