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Solar panels and EV chargers in San Marino

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

What San Marino's code says

San Marino code What San Marino's code adds
EV charger permit
  • Expedited nondiscretionary building permit; apply in person, by mail or online. Issued when health and safety requirements are met.
    Applies: Applies to EV charging stations at any site in the City.
    § 25.01.07 · code text
    Anyone seeking to install an electric vehicle charging station at any site within the City may apply to the building official for an expedited nondiscretionary building permit.
Solar permit process
  • Expedited building permit for applications meeting the city's standard plans and checklist; only 1 inspection required.
    Applies: Applies to complete applications for small home rooftop solar systems.
    § 25.15.01 · code text
    The building official shall issue a building permit the same day for over the counter applications
Review time
  • The permit is issued the same day.
    Applies: Applies to complete over-the-counter applications for small home rooftop solar systems.
    § 25.15.01 · code text
    The building official shall issue a building permit the same day for over the counter applications
  • The permit is issued within 1 to 3 business days.
    Applies: Applies to complete electronic applications for small home rooftop solar systems.
    § 25.15.01 · code text
    or within one to three (3) business days for electronic applications

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Frequently asked questions

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

San Marino's code: Expedited building permit for applications meeting the city's standard plans and checklist; only 1 inspection required. (Applies to complete applications for small home rooftop solar systems.) (§ 25.15.01); Expedited nondiscretionary building permit; apply in person, by mail or online. Issued when health and safety requirements are met. (Applies to EV charging stations at any site in the City.) (§ 25.01.07).

General information, not legal advice.

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