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Solar panels and EV chargers in San Dimas

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

What San Dimas's code says

San Dimas code What San Dimas's code adds
EV charger permit
  • A nondiscretionary permit is issued once the application meets the city checklist; the charger cannot be energized until approved.
    Applies: Applies to electric vehicle charging stations.
    § 15.08.070 · code text
    Upon confirmation by the building official that the permit application and supporting documents meet the requirements of the city's adopted checklist, and is consistent with all applicable laws, the building official shall, consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7 and Assembly Bill 1236, approve the non-discretionary application and issue all necessary permits.
Solar permit process
  • Administrative review; 1 inspection, scheduled within 2 business days of a request.
    Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar energy systems.
    § 15.06.060 · code text
    For an application for a small residential rooftop solar energy system that meets the requirements of the city's checklist and standard plan, the building department shall issue a non-discretionary permit within three business days of the filing of the application and payment of the permit fee.
Review time
  • The permit is issued within 3 business days.
    Applies: Small residential rooftop solar meeting the city checklist and standard plan; counted from filing and fee payment.
    § 15.06.060 · code text
    For an application for a small residential rooftop solar energy system that meets the requirements of the city's checklist and standard plan, the building department shall issue a non-discretionary permit within three business days of the filing of the application and payment of the permit fee.

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Frequently asked questions

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

San Dimas's code: Administrative review; 1 inspection, scheduled within 2 business days of a request. (Applies to small residential rooftop solar energy systems.) (§ 15.06.060); A nondiscretionary permit is issued once the application meets the city checklist; the charger cannot be energized until approved. (Applies to electric vehicle charging stations.) (§ 15.08.070).

General information, not legal advice.

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