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Solar panels and EV chargers in Paramount

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

What Paramount's code says

Paramount code What Paramount's code adds
EV charger permit
  • The Building Official issues all permits when the application meets the City checklist; electronic filing and signatures are accepted.
    § 15.06.040 · code text
    the Building Official shall allow for electronic submittal of permit applications covered by this chapter and associated supporting documentations.
Solar permit process
  • Apply in person; electronic filing and electronic signatures are not accepted.
    Applies: Until the City accepts electronic filing of all building permit applications.
    § 15.08.060 · code text
    Solar energy system permit applications shall be submitted in person to the Building Department for review.
  • One inspection, scheduled within 2 business days of a request.
    Applies: Applies to small rooftop home solar systems eligible for fast review.
    § 15.08.060 · code text
    Only one inspection shall be required and performed by the Building Department for small residential rooftop solar energy systems eligible for expedited review.
  • Administrative, nondiscretionary review; a permit issues when the application meets the checklist and standard plan.
    Applies: Applies to small rooftop home solar systems.
    § 15.08.060 · code text
    An inspection will be scheduled within two business days of a request.
Review time
  • Within 3 business days.
    Applies: Applies to small rooftop home solar applications that meet the checklist and standard plan.
    § 15.08.060 · code text
    For an application for a small residential rooftop solar energy system that meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan, the Building Department shall issue a building permit or other non-discretionary permit within three business days.

Who this affects

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Frequently asked questions

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

Paramount's code: Apply in person; electronic filing and electronic signatures are not accepted. (Until the City accepts electronic filing of all building permit applications.) (§ 15.08.060); The Building Official issues all permits when the application meets the City checklist; electronic filing and signatures are accepted. (§ 15.06.040).

General information, not legal advice.

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