(a) General. The design of small residential rooftop solar energy systems shall comply with this Section to qualify for expedited permit issuance.
(b) Height limit. The solar panel or module array shall not exceed the maximum legal building height applicable in the City of La Mirada, as established in the City of La Mirada Zoning Ordinance, Building Code, and Residential Code, or other applicable legal authority, based on the most restrictive provision.
(c) Solar Permitting Guidebook. The submitted plans must comply with Los Angeles County Building Code Manual Section 6807, Article 1, including its checklist and standard plans as developed in substantial conformance with the California Solar Permitting Guidebook adopted by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research and as adopted by the Building Official.
(d) Minimum photovoltaic system standards. The photovoltaic system shall be identified and listed in the application as referenced in the Electrical Code.
(e) Minimum solar thermal system standards. The solar thermal systems shall be certified by Solar Rating and Certification Corporation or other approved listing agencies as specified in the Plumbing Code.
(f) Compliance with laws. In addition to the requirements of this Chapter, small residential rooftop solar energy systems shall also comply with all other applicable City, County, and State Codes, statutes, laws and regulations in order to be eligible for expedited permit processing.
(Ord. 675 § 2 (part), 2015).