Phoenix, AZ · Residential & commercial
SolarAPP+/Photovoltaic PermitName unconfirmed
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Registration process · City-wide
Standing the jurisdiction requires before it issues anything: business license, state license on file, insurance and bond certificates, portal account.
Pre-approval process
Sign-offs required before application: zoning, HOA, historic, flood zone, fire marshal, health department.
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Only if: Applies to RPBI, CHG, CGD, and RSME permit types
Hold job meeting before starting certain permit types
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Some permit types such as Residential Permit by Inspector (RPBI), Hillside & Grading permits (CHG, CGD) and Residential Remodel for Fire Rehabilitation (RSME) require a job meeting before the job is started.
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Design process
What must be submitted and who may prepare it: drawings, load calculations, engineered stamps, site plan.
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Confirm project needs a permit
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Construction permits are required for new homes and remodels or additions such as garage/carport construction or conversion, porch enclosures, demolition, patio covers, fences/walls, and other construction projects. Refer to the Residential Single-Family Construction Permit Guide for a detailed list of construction types requiring permits.
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Permit application process
Where to apply, the permit's name on the form, required fields and attachments, who may pull it, fees and payment.
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Submit residential photovoltaic project by email
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For residential photovoltaic (solar) submissions, email pdd.photovoltaic.residential@phoenix.gov or visit the SolarAPP/Photovoltaic Projects site.
Submit design to SolarAPP+
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Submit proposed design to SolarAPP+, register or log in, and input project design parameters. A processing fee will be assessed by SolarAPP+ for use of their product.
Link gosolarapp.org/
Apply for permit through PDD online permit portal
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Apply for the permit through the Planning & Development Department online permit portal. Applicant must enter the SolarAPP+ approval ID in the applicable field, and email the SolarAPP+ approved document, approvals upload document (including manufacturer specification sheets), three-line diagram and plot plan to pdd.records@phoenix.gov, including the PDD permit number and property address in the subject line. The SolarAPP+ approved checklist, three-line diagram and plot plan must all correlate or inspection delays will occur.
Submit SolarAPP+ revisions
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Submit revised plans to SolarAPP+ and obtain the required approval report. Email approved SolarAPP+ revision documents (including manufacturer specification sheets), three-line diagram and plot plan to pdd.residential.solarapp@phoenix.gov with 'Revision', the PDD permit number and property address in the subject line. PDD staff will update the existing permit and notify the applicant via email of additional fees due for a record change.
Fee $37.50
Updated Sep 22, 2026
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Plan review process
Whether review is required, typical turnaround, the corrections and resubmittal loop, expedited options.
Utility process
Power, gas, water, sewer: disconnect and reconnect scheduling, meter release, clearance, lead times, contacts.
Inspection process
Required inspections in sequence, how to schedule, notice period and windows, re-inspection fees, what the inspector checks.
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Schedule SolarAPP+ inspection
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Schedule the inspection online by entering the permit number and web inspection key and completing requested information. Call 602-262-7811 if additional assistance is required.
Contact 602-262-7811Link apps-secure.phoenix.gov/PDD/inspections
Updated Sep 22, 2026
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Close-out process
Final approval or certificate, permit expiration and extensions, revisions and change of scope, obtaining records.
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Pay SolarAPP+ revision fees
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Pay fees online or call 602-534-5934. Once fees are paid, notify staff of payment via email at pdd.residential.solarapp@phoenix.gov. PDD staff will verify payment and email a copy of the updated permit.
Contact 602-534-5934
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