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Solar panels and EV chargers in Santa Clarita

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

What Santa Clarita's code says

Santa Clarita code What Santa Clarita's code adds
EV charger permit
  • Apply electronically with electronic signatures. The Building Official approves and issues a permit when the application meets the checklist.
    Applies: Applies to electric vehicle charging stations.
    § 25.04.050 · code text
    The City of Santa Clarita shall allow for electronic submittal of a permit application and associated documentation, and shall authorize the electronic signature on all forms, applications, and other documentation in lieu of a wet signature by an applicant.
Solar height and setbacks
  • No higher than the maximum legal building height.
    Applies: Applies to a module array or individual solar panel.
    § 25.03.040 · code text
    The module array or individual solar panel shall not exceed the maximum legal building height as defined by the Santa Clarita Municipal Code.
Solar permit process
  • Expedited administrative approval and permit after a complete application meets the eligibility checklist.
    Applies: Applies to solar PV systems. Connecting to the grid needs separate utility approval.
    § 25.03.070 · code text
    Upon confirmation by the Building Official of the application and supporting documentation being complete and meeting the requirements of the checklist, the Building Official shall administratively approve the application and issue a permit to perform the work.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Santa Clarita's code: Expedited administrative approval and permit after a complete application meets the eligibility checklist. (Applies to solar PV systems. Connecting to the grid needs separate utility approval.) (§ 25.03.070); Apply electronically with electronic signatures. The Building Official approves and issues a permit when the application meets the checklist. (Applies to electric vehicle charging stations.) (§ 25.04.050).

General information, not legal advice.

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