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Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Permit in McCall, Idaho

Required for installation of residential and commercial/non-residential solar photovoltaic systems in McCall. The City issues the building/structural permit; a separate electrical permit for the wiring/inverter portion is issued by the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses (IBOL/DOPL), a separate state agency.

Verified 2026-07-07 · Source

When you need this permit

  • A permit must be obtained prior to the start of any solar PV installation work
  • All Solar PV systems (residential, non-residential, commercial) require a McCall Solar Permit Application
  • A separate Electrical Permit from the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses (IBOL) is also required — issued by a separate state agency, not the City
  • Panels/modules must be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 1703 (panels) and UL 1741 (inverters)
  • Idaho code requires a licensed Electrical Journeyman to complete installation beyond the converter/AC combiner box, unless exempt under Idaho Code section 54-1016
  • Structural calculations must be stamped and signed by an Idaho-licensed engineer evaluating existing roof adequacy for local design loads plus the solar equipment loads

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Fee schedule

Solar PV Building PermitUse the City's Fee Calculator (XLSX) on the Building Permit Application Information page for an estimate
Calculated based on industry-standard project cost using the standard Building Permit fee table (Resolution 24-11)

Review timeline

Plan reviewMcCall’s published plan-review target
14–21 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough-In (Electrical)

    Verifies grounding and listing of all components

  2. 2

    Final (Electrical)

    Verifies wiring methods, labeling at shut-off, working clearances, and venting for battery storage

  3. 3

    Final (Building)

    Verifies panel installation and locations

See the full McCall inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • The City's best-efforts review timeline is 14-21 days for both residential and commercial/non-residential solar PV applications — 'typical, not guaranteed.'
  • Delays commonly result from incomplete submittals, use of a non-licensed contractor, or unlisted equipment. Contractor
  • All permits expire 6 months after issuance if work has not started; once started, work must be completed within 18 months.
  • A Final Planning and Zoning inspection is required only if the property is in a Historic District.
  • Approved roof panel clearances vary by roof type: hip roofs need a 3-ft-wide clear access pathway from eave to ridge on each slope with panels; single-ridge roofs need two such 3-ft pathways; hip-and-valley placements must stay at least 18 inches from the hip/valley (with some exceptions).

Frequently asked questions

Yes. The City of McCall issues the building/structural Solar Permit, while a separate Electrical Permit for the wiring and inverter connection is issued by the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses (IBOL), a separate state agency.

In McCall, the published Solar PV Building Permit is: Calculated based on industry-standard project cost using the standard Building Permit fee table (Resolution 24-11). These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

The Building Department's best-efforts turnaround is 14-21 days for both residential and commercial/non-residential solar PV permit applications, though this is typical rather than guaranteed.

You'll need: McCall Solar Permit Application; Roof Plan; One-Line Electrical Diagram; Structural Calculations; Manufacturer Specifications. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

McCall requires 3 inspection(s) for a solar photovoltaic (pv) system permit, in order: Rough-In (Electrical), Final (Electrical), Final (Building). Schedule each through City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) ((208) 634-7142).

Apply through City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) at 216 East Park Street, McCall, ID 83638. Phone: (208) 634-7142, email: rsantiago-govier@mccall.id.us. Office hours: Mon–Fri, City Hall business hours (contact Permit Technician at (208) 634-7052 for scheduling). Official information: https://www.mccall.id.us/228/Building-Department.

McCall, Idaho has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC); 2020 IRC — Idaho Residential Code (based on the 2018 IRC), Parts I, II, III, IX as amended, with Appendices A, B, C, D, and R (Tiny Homes); 2020 IECC — Idaho Energy Conservation Code (residential portion amended); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC); 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2018 IRC Parts V (Mechanical) and VI (Fuel Gas); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2018 International Fire Code (IFC); 2009 ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities; 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design; 1991 Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings; McCall City Code Title 2 (Building Regulations), Chapter 1 — Applicable Codes, as amended by Ordinance 988 (eff. 4/27/2020). Local amendments apply — see the McCall overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-07.

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 McCall building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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