Florida AHJ

Solar permit requirements in Palm Coast, FL

Solar installations in Palm Coast, Florida, must adhere to specific structural and design standards. These requirements ensure that all solar projects comply with local building codes.

Requirements at a glance

Design wind speed
150 mph (ASCE)
Exposure category
B
Ground snow load
0 psf
High-velocity hurricane zone
No
Submission format
Digital submission
Separate discipline files
No

What Palm Coast expects on a solar permit

Palm Coast requires structural analysis for solar installations based on a wind speed of 150 mph and Exposure Category B. All designs must comply with the 2023 Florida Building Code and ASCE 7-22, and projects require a structural analysis report sealed by a Florida licensed Professional Engineer. The jurisdiction accepts digital submissions.

  • [calcs] Design structural calculations for 150 mph wind speed, Exposure Category B, per 2023 FBC and ASCE 7-22.
  • [structural] Provide a structural analysis report sealed by a Florida-licensed Professional Engineer.

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