Any counties have a simple permitting process for off-grid?

[solar_trees]

My county has a one size fits all permitting process you have to use whether or not you have a large roof-top grid-tie system or small off-grid ground mount. I was wondering if anyone lives in a county (or other AHJ), that has a simple, straight-forward permitting process for off-grid. I'm trying to advocate for a better process in my county and having some examples from other places would help. Also, I'm not stirctly interested in just the permitting process, if counties have rules like 'no permit for systems under 80 volts' or 'no permits for ground mounts' that would be good to know too.

 

[zanydroid]

Go to around Page 25 here

https://opr.ca.gov/docs/20190226-Solar_Permitting_Guidebook_4th_Edition.pdf

Forms like this are the current "Simple" process in California. Some AHJ require minimal drawings beyond this.

Since this isn't that simple, and some AHJ don't even adopt this, AHJ are supposed to soon adopt an automated system to handle Simple process. I think it's SolarApp+?

California law to require automated, instant rooftop solar permits

Cutting project timelines and costs, automated permits support a more rapid buildout of clean energy.

pv-magazine-usa.com

 

[Hedges]

It is SolarAPP+, and many jurisdictions around the Bay Area have now adopted it.

SolarApp+

SolarApp+ From https://solarapp.nrel.gov/: Safe and affordable home solar through permitting automation In 2021, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory launched a collaborative effort with key code officials, authorities having jurisdiction, and the solar industry to develop standardized plan...

diysolarforum.com

San Jose already had a simple one. On-line permit, and no one looks at your drawings until final inspection. For rooftop only.
But one guy had his application rejected because San Jose said, "We don't see any re-roofing permits in the past 40 years." Well, their own rules say you can replace up to 25% of roof each year. Maybe that one can be won, but otherwise They Want Your Money.