SolarAPP+

 

SOLARAPP+ AUTOMATED SOLAR PLAN REVIEWS  

Before applying for an automated solar plan review and solar permit, projects must follow certain requirements. At this time, SolarAPP+ is designed to provide a code-compliance check for the majority of single-family residential, roof-mounted, retrofit photovoltaic systems. To see which systems are eligible, please refer to the Eligibility Checklist. Only projects that conform to this list are eligible to use the automated SolarAPP+ portal for permitting. If not eligible, use Online Permitting.

 

I. Submit for automated review through SolarAPP+

  1. To start using SolarAPP+, register and submit your design through the SolarAPP+  
  2. A processing fee will be charged by SolarAPP+. Download the approved documents

II. Apply for a City of Livermore Permit

  • Active City of Livermore Business License is required
    • You can contact Business Support at (925) 215-4906 or online. Click "Sign Up". Click "Business Account"
  • Apply for a City of Livermore (Solar Permit with SolarAPP+) permit through Online Permitting and upload the approved SolarAPP+ documents
  • Permit Center staff will review the submittal and you will receive updates via email

III. Upon Approval

  • Upon payment, you will receive your approved permit and receipt via email. Download the approved documents from Online Permitting.  Print the permit, approved documents, job inspection card and Smoke Detector Compliance form to have on site for inspection. The project will not be finaled without a completed Smoke Detector Compliance form (residential only)
  • Schedule your inspection or call (925) 960-4430

IV. Revisions to Approved SolarAPP+ Permits

  • Submit the revision through SolarAPP+ and download the revised approved documents
  • Through Online Permitting, find your existing approved SolarAPP+ permit under “My Records” or use the search bar to search for the PVSA permit number
  • Upload the revised SolarAPP+ approved documents and Revision Application
  • Permit Center staff will be notified there is a revision for review and you will receive updates via email