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Solar for Residential Construction Minimum Requirements

Under the 2016 California Energy Code, new residential and non-residential developments must be designed to be "solar ready" by providing for a solar pathway that will enable future solar installations.

Residential Mandatory Requirements

Non-Residential Mandatory Requirements

Solar Ready Home Minimum Requirements

The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) published a “Zero-Emission Vehicle Community Readiness Guidebook” which provides helpful information for local governments, residents and businesses. Website: http://opr.ca.gov/docs/ZEV_Guidebook.pdf


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Solar chimneys are passive solar ventilation systems. Shafts connect the interior and exterior of the building. The functioning can be improved by glazing and using thermal mass materials.  Learn more about solar.

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