(a) Upon confirmation that the application is complete, staff shall review the application to ensure that the small residential rooftop solar energy system meets local, State, and Federal health and safety requirements. The Building Official may require an applicant to apply for a use permit pursuant to the County Development Code, if the Building Official finds, based on substantial evidence, that the small residential rooftop solar energy system could have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health and safety.
(b) Staff shall issue a building permit or other nondiscretionary permit within a reasonable time following receipt of a complete application that meets the requirements of the approved checklist, standard plan, and this Chapter.
(c) Staff’s approval of an application shall not be based or conditioned on the approval of an association, as defined in California Civil Code § 4080.
(Ord. 4285, passed - -2015)