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Solar panels and EV chargers in Rancho Mirage

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

What Rancho Mirage's code says

Rancho Mirage code What Rancho Mirage's code adds
EV charger permit
  • The building official issues all needed permits when the application meets the city's checklist and applicable laws.
    Applies: Applies to permit applications that meet the city's adopted checklist.
    § 15.86.040 · code text
    A permit application that satisfies the information requirements in the city's adopted checklist, shall be promptly processed.
Solar permit process
  • Administrative, non-discretionary expedited review. The permit is issued when the application meets the city-approved checklist.
    Applies: Applies to small home rooftop solar systems that meet the city-approved checklist.
    § 15.84.050 · code text
    For an application for a small residential rooftop solar energy system that meets the requirements of the city-approved checklist, the city will issue a building permit or other non-discretionary permit.
  • 1 city inspection is required. Inspections may be combined.
    Applies: Applies to small home rooftop solar energy systems eligible for expedited review.
    § 15.84.050 · code text
    Only one inspection will be required and performed by the city for small residential rooftop solar energy systems eligible for expedited review.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Rancho Mirage's code: Administrative, non-discretionary expedited review. The permit is issued when the application meets the city-approved checklist. (Applies to small home rooftop solar systems that meet the city-approved checklist.) (§ 15.84.050); The building official issues all needed permits when the application meets the city's checklist and applicable laws. (Applies to permit applications that meet the city's adopted checklist.) (§ 15.86.040).

General information, not legal advice.

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