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Solar panels and EV chargers in San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County's own rules on solar panels and EV chargers, with the code text for every value.

Each rule below links to the section of the San Bernardino County Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What San Bernardino County's code says

San Bernardino County code What San Bernardino County's code adds
EV charger permit
  • Expedited, streamlined administrative review.
    Applies: A permit to install an electric vehicle charging station.
    § 63.1704 · code text
    The Building Official shall implement the expedited, streamlined permitting process adopted herein for the administrative, nondiscretionary review of electric vehicle charging station permit applications.
  • Apply over the counter, by mail or electronically.
    Applies: The permit application and its documents.
    § 63.1704 · code text
    An applicant may submit a permit application and associated documentation over-the-counter, by mail, or through electronic submittal, using the electronic submittal method or methods specified on the County website.
Solar permit process
  • A building permit or other nondiscretionary permit is issued.
    Applies: Small residential rooftop solar; issued within a reasonable time after a complete application that meets the checklist and standard plan.
    § 63.1604 · code text
    Staff shall issue a building permit or other nondiscretionary permit within a reasonable time following receipt of a complete application that meets the requirements of the approved checklist, standard plan, and this Chapter.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit for solar panels or an EV charger in San Bernardino County?

San Bernardino County's code: A building permit or other nondiscretionary permit is issued. (Small residential rooftop solar; issued within a reasonable time after a complete application that meets the checklist and standard plan.) (§ 63.1604); Expedited, streamlined administrative review. (A permit to install an electric vehicle charging station.) (§ 63.1704).

General information, not legal advice.

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