How do I permit a residential solar PV system in Glendale?

Submit two complete sets of plans (site plan, three-line diagram, electrical one-line diagram, roof plan, cut sheets) plus a completed Permit/Plan Review Application (Residential 2026) to the Development Services Center at 5850 W. Glendale Ave. The permit fee is valuation-based (Table 3A) on the system's installed cost before rebates. Source: Glendale Residential Photovoltaic System Requirements document and Fee Schedule.

Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit in Glendale, Arizona

A building permit is required for residential rooftop photovoltaic systems in Glendale. Photovoltaic work must comply with Glendale's currently adopted codes — the 2024 IRC and 2023 NEC (Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026). The applicant submits two complete sets of plans to the Development Services Center, including a site plan showing all buildings and the PV unit location, a three-line diagram, electrical one-line diagram, roof plan, cut sheets for all equipment, and specifications. The permit fee is valuation-based (Table 3A) calculated on the system's value including installation (before rebates).

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

Submit two complete sets of plans including: site plan, three-line diagram, electrical one-line diagram, roof plan showing new/existing equipment, cut sheets from a nationally recognized testing agency (e.g. UL)
Provide construction valuation (system value including installation, before rebates) on the permit application
An Arizona ROC-licensed contractor is required ('Qualified Personnel' as defined by the NEC); the 2023 NEC requires qualified personnel to install solar equipment and all wiring and interconnections
Specify applicable codes on plans (2024 IRC, 2023 NEC per the current Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026)
Note on plans: photovoltaic system shall be installed per NEC Article 690 with all required warnings, signage, and plaques
Rapid shutdown is required per NEC 690.56(c)(1)
Provide required module setbacks on roof (2024 IRC R324); see IRC R324.6.2 for ridge setbacks based on roof area covered
Check with your utility provider for additional requirements and for a list of approved licensed contractors
Contact the Planning Department at 623-930-2800 for any setback, height, color/reflectivity, or zoning requirements for ground-mounted systems

Required documents

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Permit/Plan Review Application — Residential (2026)
Current residential permit application used for solar PV permits
Req
Site plan, three-line diagram, electrical one-line diagram, roof plan, and equipment cut sheets
Two complete sets of plans required for submittal; see Glendale's Residential Photovoltaic System Requirements document for the full checklist
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Residential Photovoltaic System Requirements (2019)
Glendale's checklist and requirements for residential PV permits; available on the Residential PDF forms page (references prior codes; verify current code editions against Ordinance O25-51)

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Solar PV permit — valuation-based (Table 3A)	Based on the construction valuation of the system including installation (before rebates); per Table 3A (e.g. $501 to $2,000: $29.79 for first $500 plus $3.85 per additional $100; $2,001 to $25,000: $86.64 for first $2,000 plus $17.74 per additional $1,000)	City of Glendale Fee Schedule, Table 3A (effective May 10, 2019). Glendale's PV Requirements document states the permit fee is based on Table 3A using the system's value including installation (before rebates).
Plan review — Electrical (PV system)	75% of the electrical permit fee (minimum $122.88)	City of Glendale Fee Schedule, Residential Fees — Electrical Plan Review (effective May 10, 2019).
Electrical clearance (if required by utility)	$114.35 per request	City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Electrical Clearance (effective May 10, 2019). Utility company may require a clearance inspection to energize the interconnection.

Review timeline

~10–15 business days

Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Glendale building department

Inspection process

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Final PV Inspection
After the PV system installation is complete; all equipment, wiring, disconnects, rapid shutdown, and roof penetrations inspected

Tips

Call before 5 a.m. on the day you want the inspection for same-day scheduling.
Rapid shutdown is required per NEC 690.56(c)(1).
Consult your utility for their list of approved licensed contractors and any additional interconnection requirements.
Module roof setbacks are required per 2024 IRC R324; for arrays covering more than 33% of plan-view roof area, at least 18 inches clear setback from horizontal ridge; over 33%: 36 inches.
Ground-mounted PV systems require Planning Department review for setbacks and accessory structure requirements.
An electrical clearance fee of $114.35 applies if the utility requires an inspection to energize the interconnection.

Frequently asked questions

How do I permit a residential solar PV system in Glendale?: Submit two complete sets of plans (site plan, three-line diagram, electrical one-line diagram, roof plan, cut sheets) plus a completed Permit/Plan Review Application (Residential 2026) to the Development Services Center at 5850 W. Glendale Ave. The permit fee is valuation-based (Table 3A) on the system's installed cost before rebates. Source: Glendale Residential Photovoltaic System Requirements document and Fee Schedule.

Sources & verification

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Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Glendale building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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