Solar PV Permit Fees & Costs

Los Angeles, California

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Estimated Total Fees

$360$1,125

Range based on typical residential solar PV system. Actual fees depend on project valuation and system size.

Fee ComponentRangeConfidence
Building Permit Fee[1]

Fee based on project valuation. Residential solar PV typically falls in the $200-$650 range.

$200 – $650
Plan Check Fee[2]

Plan check fee is approximately 65% of the building permit fee.

$130 – $425
Technology Fee[3]

Flat technology surcharge applied to all permit applications.

$25~
Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee[4]

State-mandated fee based on project valuation.

$5 – $25~
Estimated Total$360$1,125

Fees shown as ranges. Always verify the exact amount with Los Angeles before submission. Additional fees may apply for expedited review or resubmittals.

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