Renewable Energy Permit
A building permit is required for the installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations for all residential and commercial buildings. According to County of San Luis Obispo Building and Construction Ordinance Title 19 (Section 19.09.016), these permits will go through an expedited process.
Solar Photovoltaic System Permit
Review the Solar Photovoltaic checklist and submittal requirements
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Permit
Review the Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Permit checklist and submittal requirements
Permit applications that meet checklist requirements will be administratively approved through the Building Division. The EVCS project review is limited to health and safety requirements found under local, state and federal law.
For expedited plan review and inspection process please verify your project complies with all applicable code provisions with the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Inspection Checklist.
What is the process?
Required Documents and Naming Convention
See Residential Naming Convention Guides and Commercial Naming Convention Guides for how to NAME the required documents that are uploaded to the online application.
Fill out the Online Permit Application Signature form below:
Online Permit Application Signature Form
Apply Online
1. Access the PermitSLO portal.
(If you do not have a log in, you will need to register by selecting “My Account.” Contractors should begin by selecting “Guide for Contractors.”)
2. Select Apply
3. Select “Construction Permits”
4. Find the appropriate permit type for your project
5. Select Apply
6. Follow the online instructions to apply for your permit and pay the appropriate fees.
Please note for all Planning and Building applications, after 15 days of non-payment of invoice, the application will be voided and resubmittal will be required.
Who is eligible?
A state licensed contractor acting on behalf of a property owner can apply for a construction permit via PermitSLO.
NOTE: Property owners and/or agents acting on behalf of the property owner need to schedule an appointment by calling 805-781-5600 and submit for a renewable energy permit with paper plans.
Is there a charge for this service?
Please refer to the Department of Planning & Building Fee Schedule for application fees.
When and where is this service offered?
This service is available throughout the year during regular business hours except during scheduled holidays.
FAQs
Online applications for PV or EVCS permits may be submitted through our PermitSLO portal.
Download the permit application for online submittal, sign it electronically and submit it via the portal. PermitSLO portal.
You will hear from us within 5 business days with corrections or permit issuance. If your project has corrections, we will provide a detailed report explaining the deficiencies.
The PV or EVCS project review is limited to health and safety requirements found under local, state and federal law. The County of San Luis Obispo Building and Construction Ordinance states that PV and EVCS permits do not require association approval (Title 19, Section 19.09.019.f.)
