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What is SolarAPP+?

SolarAPP+ is an online web portal that automates the plan review and process for issuing permits to qualified licensed contractors to install code-compliant residential photovoltaic (PV) systems or photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage.

Step 1: What projects qualify to be submitted in SolarAPP+?

Step 2: Submit for automated review through SolarAPP+

  • Register and submit your design through the SolarAPP+ Webpage.
  • A processing fee will be charged by SolarAPP+.
  • Download the SolarApp+ approval document.

Step 3: Apply for Permit

  • Apply for a permit online via the City of Milpitas Online Permitting System
  • Click “Apply / New Permit” to get started.
  • Register or Login and follow the prompts to start the permit application process.
  • Select one of the following Permit Types in the dropdown menu. Complete the application information, upload the SolarAPP+ approval documents and pay for the permit.
Permit TypeDescription
ONL SOL APP UP TO 15kWOnline SolarAPP+ up to 15kW solar only
ONL SOL APP UP TO 15kW WITH PANELOnline SolarAPP+ up to 15kW solar with panel upgrade
ONL SOL APP UP TO 15kW WITH ESSOnline SolarAPP+ up to 15kW solar with battery storage without panel upgrade
ONL SOL APP UP TO 15kW WITH ESS + PANELOnline SolarAPP+ up to 15kW solar with battery storage and panel upgrade
ONL SOL APP 15.1kW-38.4kWOnline SolarAPP+ 15.1kW-38.4kW solar only
ONL SOL APP 15.1kW-38.4kW WITH PANELOnline SolarAPP+ 15.1kW-38.4kW solar with panel upgrade
ONL SOL APP 15.1kW-38.4kW WITH ESSOnline SolarAPP+ 15.1kW-38.4kW solar with battery storage without panel upgrade
ONL SOL APP 15.1kW-38.4kW WITH ESS + PANELOnline SolarAPP+ 15.1kW-38.4kW solar with battery storage and panel upgrade
  • Click on “Print Permit” on Payment Summary page once the permit fee was paid.

Step 4: Schedule Inspection

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