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Solar panels and EV chargers in South San Francisco

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

What South San Francisco's code says

South San Francisco code What South San Francisco's code adds
EV charger permit
  • Expedited, nondiscretionary administrative permit when the application meets the approved checklist.
    Applies: EV charging stations; review is limited to local, state, and federal health and safety requirements.
    § 15.64.060 · code text
    The building official shall implement an administrative review process to expedite approval of electric vehicle charging stations.
Solar permit process
  • Expedited process; apply in person, by mail or electronically; electronic signatures are accepted.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems.
    § 15.62.070 · code text
    The applicant may submit the permit application and associated documentation to the city’s building department by personal, mailed, or electronic submittal together with any required permit processing and inspection fees.
  • Administrative approval and all required permits once a complete application is received.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar applications that meet the checklist information requirements.
    § 15.62.080 · code text
    Upon receipt of a complete application, the building official shall administratively approve the application and issue all required permits or authorizations.
Review time
  • Deemed approved if not denied in writing within 45 days of receipt.
    Applies: Small residential rooftop solar; unless the delay comes from a reasonable request for more information.
    § 15.62.080 · code text
    If an application is not denied in writing within forty-five days from the date of receipt of the application, the application shall be deemed approved, unless that delay is the result of a reasonable request for additional information.

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Frequently asked questions

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

South San Francisco's code: Expedited process; apply in person, by mail or electronically; electronic signatures are accepted. (Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems.) (§ 15.62.070); Expedited, nondiscretionary administrative permit when the application meets the approved checklist. (EV charging stations; review is limited to local, state, and federal health and safety requirements.) (§ 15.64.060).

General information, not legal advice.

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