(a)

In connection with small residential rooftop solar energy systems which qualify for expedited review, only one inspection shall be required and performed by the building official except that a separate fire safety inspection may be performed whenever the city does not have an agreement with a local fire authority to conduct a fire safety inspection on behalf of the fire authority. In accordance with Government Code Section 65850.5(h), if a small residential rooftop solar energy system fails an inspection, a subsequent inspection must be scheduled which need not conform to the requirements of this chapter.

(b)

An inspection under this chapter must be performed in a timely manner and whenever reasonably possible, building official and fire safety inspections should be consolidated. Unless extraordinary circumstances exist, an inspection will be scheduled within five business days after a written request is received by the city and the applicant must be provided with a three-hour inspection window.

(c)

The building official shall issue or deny a building permit within two business days after completing the inspection of a small residential rooftop solar energy system or within two business days after the completion of a fire safety inspection, whichever is later.

(Ord. No. 599 § 3, 12-14-2015)