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Solar panels and EV chargers in Whittier

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

What Whittier's code says

Whittier code What Whittier's code adds
Solar permit process
  • Apply by email, the city's website or fax; electronic signatures are accepted.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar energy systems.
    § 15.34.050 · code text
    Electronic submittal of the required permit application and documents via e-mail, the city's website, or facsimile shall be made available to all small residential rooftop solar energy system permit applicants.
Review time
  • The permit is issued the same day.
    Applies: Over-the-counter applications for small residential rooftop solar that meet the approved checklist and standard plan.
    § 15.34.060 · code text
    the building department shall issue a building permit or other non-discretionary permit the same day for over-the-counter applications
  • The permit is issued within 3 business days.
    Applies: Electronic applications for small residential rooftop solar meeting the checklist and standard plan, with all fees paid the same day.
    § 15.34.060 · code text
    within three business days for electronically filed applications so long as payment of all permit fees associated with an electronically filed application are paid the same day as filing

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Frequently asked questions

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

Whittier's code: Apply by email, the city's website or fax; electronic signatures are accepted. (Applies to small residential rooftop solar energy systems.) (§ 15.34.050); The permit is issued the same day. (Over-the-counter applications for small residential rooftop solar that meet the approved checklist and standard plan.) (§ 15.34.060).

General information, not legal advice.

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