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Solar panels and EV chargers in Danville

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

What Danville's code says

Danville code What Danville's code adds
EV charger permit
  • You may submit permit applications electronically.
    Applies: Applies to EV charging station permit applications.
    § 10-17.4 · code text
    the Building Official shall allow for electronic submittal of permit applications covered by this Ordinance and associated supporting documentations.
Solar permit process
  • Only 1 inspection is required.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems eligible for expedited review.
    § 10-12.5 · code text
    Only one inspection shall be required and performed by the Building Division for small residential rooftop solar energy systems eligible for expedited review.
  • The inspection is scheduled within 2 business days of a request, with a 2-hour inspection window.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems eligible for expedited review.
    § 10-12.5 · code text
    An inspection will be scheduled within two (2) business days of a request and provide a two (2) hour inspection window.
Review time
  • The permit is issued within 1-3 business days.
    Applies: Electronic applications only; the application must be complete and meet the approved checklist and standard plan.
    § 10-12.5 · code text
    within 1-3 business days for electronic applications of receipt of a complete application that meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan.
  • The permit is issued the same day.
    Applies: Over-the-counter applications only; the application must be complete and meet the approved checklist and standard plan.
    § 10-12.5 · code text
    The Building Division shall issue a building permit the same day for over-the-counter applications

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Frequently asked questions

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

Danville's code: Only 1 inspection is required. (Applies to small residential rooftop solar systems eligible for expedited review.) (§ 10-12.5); You may submit permit applications electronically. (Applies to EV charging station permit applications.) (§ 10-17.4).

General information, not legal advice.

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