Solar PV Permit Fees & Costs
Sacramento, California
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Estimated Total Fees
$273 – $828
Range based on typical residential solar PV system. Actual fees depend on project valuation and system size.
| Fee Component | Range | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee[1] Fee based on project valuation. Residential solar PV typically falls in the $150-$475 range. | $150 – $475 | ✓ |
| Plan Check Fee[2] Plan check fee is approximately 65% of the building permit fee. | $100 – $310 | ✓ |
| Technology Fee[3] Flat technology surcharge applied to all permit applications. | $18 | ~ |
| Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee[4] State-mandated fee based on project valuation. | $5 – $25 | ~ |
| Estimated Total | $273 – $828 |
Fees shown as ranges. Always verify the exact amount with Sacramento before submission. Additional fees may apply for expedited review or resubmittals.
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- Required forms: Permit Application, Electrical Permit Application, and more
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- Fee breakdown: $5–$475 estimated total
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Avoid rejections — generate a submission-ready packet
Get a personalized Solar PV permit packet for Sacramento, California — tailored to your project.
- Required forms: Permit Application, Electrical Permit Application, and more
- Pre-filled templates: Permit Cover Sheet, Site Plan Template
- Fee breakdown: $5–$475 estimated total
- Step-by-step Sacramento Accela portal submission guide
No account required · Free to get started