Solar panels and EV chargers in Visalia: the local rules

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

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EV charger permit	All needed permits are issued when the application meets the city checklist, all laws and health and safety standards. Applies: Applies to EV charging stations; the station may not be energized until approval is granted. § 15.90.040 · code text A permit application that satisfies the information requirements in the city's adopted checklist shall be deemed complete and be promptly processed. Electronic submittal is allowed, and electronic signatures are accepted. Applies: Applies to EV charging station permit applications. § 15.90.040 · code text the Building Official shall allow for electronic submittal of permit applications covered by this chapter and associated supporting documentations.
Solar permit process	Submit by email, online or fax; electronic signatures are accepted. Applies: Applies to small residential rooftop solar permit applicants. § 15.80.050 · code text Electronic submittal of the required permits application and documents by email, the internet, or facsimile shall be made available to all small residential rooftop solar energy system permit applicants.
Review time	The building permit is issued the same day. Applies: Over-the-counter small residential rooftop solar applications, after administrative, nondiscretionary review of a complete application; only 1 inspection is required. § 15.80.060 · code text The building department shall issue a building permit or other nondiscretionary permit the same day for over-the-counter applications The permit is issued within 1 to 3 business days. Applies: Applies to electronic applications for small residential rooftop solar systems. § 15.80.060 · code text or within one (1) to three (3) business days for electronic applications of receipt of a complete application

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

Visalia's code: Submit by email, online or fax; electronic signatures are accepted. (Applies to small residential rooftop solar permit applicants.) (§ 15.80.050); All needed permits are issued when the application meets the city checklist, all laws and health and safety standards. (Applies to EV charging stations; the station may not be energized until approval is granted.) (§ 15.90.040).

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