Palo Verde TR 32279 BCPR2022-0017ADDITIONAL SITES
CHRONOLOGY
Description: PALO VERDE / MASTER SOLAR PLANS Status: APPROVED
Type: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PLAN REVIEW (WEB)Status Date:
Subtype: SOLAR Applied: 8/8/2022
Address: 80550 AVENUE 58 Approved: 12/6/2022
City, State, Zip: LA QUINTA,CA92253 Closed:
Project Manager: Expired:
Details: REVISION 1 - MODULES CHANGED TO 405W WITH SYSTEM SIZES UPDATED. NEW
SYSTEM ATTRIBUTES:
PLAN 1: 6.89kW SOLAR ARRAY - (17) 405W SUNPOWER Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+
AC PANELS W/(1) 100A AMP SUBPANEL [340SF]
PLAN 2: 6.48kW SOLAR ARRAY - (16) 405W SUNPOWER Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+
AC PANELS W/(1) 100A AMP SUBPANEL [320SF]
PLAN 3: 7.29kW SOLAR ARRAY - (18) 405W SUNPOWER Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+
AC PANELS W/(1) 100A AMP SUBPANEL [360SF]
BCPR2022-0017
PALO VERDE / SOLAR
PHOTOVOLTAIC MASTER PLANS
FOR PLAN TYPES 1, 2 & 3 FOR
THE 2019 CODE CYCLE.
INDIVIDUAL PERMITS TO BE
ISSUED FOR EACH ADDRESS.
2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODES.
PLAN 1: 6.3kW SOLAR ARRAY - (18) 350W SUNPOWER SPR-X21-350-BLK-E-AC
PANELS W/(1) 100A AMP SUBPANEL [360SF]
PLAN 2: 6.65kW SOLAR ARRAY - (19) 350W SUNPOWER SPR-X21-350-BLK-E-AC
PANELS W/(1) 100A AMP SUBPANEL [380SF]
PLAN 3: 7.00kW SOLAR ARRAY - (20) 350W SUNPOWER SPR-X21-350-BLK-E-AC
PANELS W/(1) 100A AMP SUBPANEL [400SF]
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Project Details
City of La Quinta
PROJECT NUMBER
BCPR2022-0017
CONTACTS
NAME TYPE NAME ADDRESS1 CITY STATE ZIP PHONE FAX EMAIL
APPLICANT SCHELLIN GEROME 1414 HARBOUR WAY
SOUTH #1901
RICHMOND CA 94804 (951)275-4629 SCHELLIN.GEROME@S
UNPOWERCORP.COM
CONTRACTOR SUNPOWER CORPORATION SYSTEMS 1414 HARBOUR WAY
SOUTH #1901
RICHMOND CA 94804 (951)275-4629 Schellin.Gerome@sunp
owercorp.com
OWNER WILLIAMS HOMES 5171 California Avenue
Suite 120
Santa Clarita, CA
91350
ca 92553 (951)275-4629 Schellin.Gerome@sunp
owercorp.com
PRIMARY
CONTACT
SCHELLIN GEROME ca 92553 (951)275-4629 Schellin.Gerome@sunp
owercorp.com
CHRONOLOGY TYPE STAFF NAME ACTION DATE COMPLETION DATE NOTES
EMAIL JAKE FUSON 9/27/2022 9/27/2022
NOTIFIED APPLICANT OF 1ST REVIEW COMMENTS, SENT
CORRECTION LIST VIA EMAIL.
2ND PC SUBMITTAL
RECEIVED JAKE FUSON 10/10/2022 10/10/2022
2ND PC COMPLETE/READY
FOR PICK UP JAKE FUSON 12/6/2022 12/6/2022 NOTIFIED APPLICANT OF 2ND REVIEW CONDITION.
EMAIL JAKE FUSON 5/18/2023 5/18/2023
NOTIFIED APPLICANT THAT SYSTEM SIZE CHANGES ARE
APPROVABLE HOWEVER THE CODE UPDATE MUST BE
SUBMITTED AS A NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PLAN
REVIEW PROJECT.
EMAIL JAKE FUSON 8/10/2023 8/10/2023
NOTIFIED APPLICANT THAT REVISION 1 IS APPROVED AND
READY FOR FEE PAYMENT.
CONDITIONS
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Project Details
City of La Quinta
PROJECT NUMBER
BCPR2022-0017
INSPECTIONS
INSPECTION TYPE INSPECTOR SCHEDULED
DATE
COMPLETED
DATE
RESULT REMARKS NOTES
REVIEWS
DESCRIPTION ACCOUNT QTY AMOUNT PAID PAID DATE RECEIPT #CHECK #METHOD PAID BY CLTD
BY
HOURLY CHARGE - CITY
BUILDING STAFF 101-0000-42600 3 $483.00 $483.00 5/26/23 WEB15278 879210255 CREDIT 890895 ECON
HOURLY CHARGE - CITY
BUILDING STAFF 101-0000-42600 1 $161.00 $161.00 8/14/23 WEB15992 113909409
6 CREDIT 890895 ECON
Total Paid for BUILDING STAFF - PER HOUR: $644.00 $644.00
RECORDS
MANAGEMENT FEE -
MAJOR
101-0000-42416 0 $21.00 $21.00 11/14/22 WEB13606 753231363 CREDIT 890895 ECON
Total Paid for RECORDS MANAGEMENT FEE - MAJOR: $21.00 $21.00
TECHNOLOGY
ENHANCEMENT FEE 502-0000-43611 0 $5.00 $5.00 11/14/22 WEB13606 753231363 CREDIT 890895 ECON
Total Paid for TECHNOLOGY ENHANCEMENT FEE: $5.00 $5.00
ALTERATIONS/ADDITIO
NS - RESIDENTIAL 101-0000-42400 0 $83.00 $83.00 11/14/22 WEB13606 753231363 CREDIT 890895 ECON
Total Paid for ZONING CLEARANCE - PLANNING PLAN
CHECK: $83.00 $83.00
TOTALS:$753.00 $753.00
REVIEW TYPE REVIEWER SENT DATE DUE DATE RETURNED
DATE STATUS REMARKS NOTES
1ST BLDG (1WK)JAKE FUSON 8/8/2022 8/15/2022 9/27/2022 REVISIONS REQUIRED SEE ATTACHED 1ST REVIEW CORRECTION LIST.
1ST BLDG (1WK)JAKE FUSON 5/2/2023 5/3/2023 5/18/2023 REVISIONS REQUIRED REVISION 1
SYSTEM SIZE CHANGES ARE APPROVABLE
HOWEVER THE CODE UPDATE MUST BE
SUBMITTED AS A NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
PLAN REVIEW PROJECT.
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Project Details
City of La Quinta
PROJECT NUMBER
BCPR2022-0017
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment Type CREATED OWNER DESCRIPTION PATHNAME SUBDIR ETRAKIT ENABLED
DOC 1/12/2023 AJ ORTEGA SOLAR PERMIT
TAKEOFFS
BCPR2022-0017 - SOLAR
PERMIT TAKEOFFS.docx 0
DOC 8/8/2022 Etrakit Contractor 1ST SUBMITTAL -
MASTER SOLAR PLAN
C003125 - MPermit
(1).pdf 1
DOC 10/10/2022 Etrakit Contractor 2ND SUBMITTAL -
RESPONSES
C003125 - MPermit
Response Letter.pdf 1
DOC 10/10/2022 Etrakit Contractor 2ND SUBMITTAL -
MASTER SOLAR PLAN
C003125 -
MPermit_1.pdf 1
DOC 12/1/2022 Etrakit Contractor
2ND SUBMITTAL -
MASTER SOLAR PLANS
(UPDATED)
Palo Verde(BCPR2022-
0017)- Revised Solar
Master Plan Set - D-
124175.pdf
1
DOC 12/1/2022 Etrakit Contractor
2ND SUBMITTAL -
NARRATIVE OF
CHANGES TO UPDATED
PLAN SET
Palo VerdePalo Verde
(BCPR2022-0017)-
Revised Solar Master
Plan Set - D-124175 -
Resubmittal Letter.pdf
1
BOND INFORMATION
1ST PERMIT
TECHNICIAN (1DAY)
AARON
HICKSON 8/8/2022 8/9/2022 8/8/2022 COMPLETE
1ST PLANNING
(1WK)
CARLOS
FLORES 8/8/2022 8/15/2022 8/15/2022 READY FOR APPROVAL
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS REQUIRED:
- SOLAR PANELS SHALL NOT BE VISIBLE FROM
FRONT YARD. IN PARTICULAR, LAYOUT 4 AND 5
NEED TO BE GIVEN SPECIAL ATTENTION TO NOT
BE VISIBLE FROM FRONT YARD. INSPECTIONS
WILL CONFIRM THIS
2ND BLDG (1WK)JAKE FUSON 10/10/2022 10/17/2022 12/6/2022 APPROVED-
CONDITIONS
PLAN 3 TRACT CONSTRUCTION PLANS YET TO BE
APPROVED
2ND BLDG (1WK)JAKE FUSON 5/31/2023 6/7/2023 8/10/2023 APPROVED REVISION 1 REVISION 1 - MODULES CHANGED TO 405W WITH
SYSTEM SIZES UPDATED.
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Project Details
City of La Quinta
PROJECT NUMBER
BCPR2022-0017
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment Type CREATED OWNER DESCRIPTION PATHNAME SUBDIR ETRAKIT ENABLED
DOC 3/1/2023 Etrakit Contractor
REVISION 1 - 1ST
SUBMITTAL SOLAR
PLAN
Palo Verde(BCPR2022-
0017)- Revised 405 Solar
Master Plan Set - D-
0125401_1.pdf
1
DOC 5/2/2023 Etrakit Contractor
REVISION 1 - 1ST
SUBMITTAL NARRITIVE
OF CHANGES TO PLAN
SET - RESUBMITTAL
LETTER
Palo Verde(BCPR2022-
0017)- Revised 405 Solar
Master Plan Set - D-
0125401 - Resubmittal
Letter.pdf
1
DOC 5/31/2023 Etrakit Contractor
REVISION 1 - 2ND
SUBMITTAL SOLAR
PLAN SET(2019
BUILDERS CODE)
Palo Verde(BCPR2022-
0017)- Revised 405 Solar
Master Plan Set - D-
0125401_2.pdf
1
DOC 9/27/2022 JAKE FUSON 1ST REVIEW
CORRECTION LIST
BCPR2022-0017 - 1ST
REVIEW CORRECTION
LIST.pdf
1
DOC 8/10/2023 JAKE FUSON REVISION 1 - SOLAR
PLAN (APPROVED)
BCPR2022-0017 -
REVISION 1 - SOLAR
PLAN (APPROVED).pdf
1
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Project Details
City of La Quinta
PROJECT NUMBER
BCPR2022-0017
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT D EPARTMENT
78-495 C ALLE T AMPICO
L A Q UINTA , CALIFORNIA 92253
(760) 777 -7 125 FAX (760) 777 -7011
Residential Plan Check Correction List (SOLAR) Page 1 of 2
RESIDENTIAL PLAN CHECK CORRECTION LIST (SOLAR)
DATE: 9/27/2022
STATUS: FIRST REVIEW
PLAN CHECKED BY: JAKE FUSON
TELEPHONE NUMBER: 760-777-7081
ADDRESS: 80-550 AVENUE 58
DESCRIPTION: TRACT SOLAR MASTER PLANS
APPLICANT: SCHELLIN GEROME
PLAN CHECK #: BCPR2022-0017
This submittal has been checked for compliance with the 2019 California Building Codes and the
City of La Quinta Municipal Code.
APPLICANT: BUILDING DEPARTMENT STAFF:
The following items are being returned to you for
correction:
THIS CORRECTION LIST
DO NOT accept any resubmittal unless ALL of the
following items are included:
WRITTEN RESPONSES TO THIS CORRECTION LIST
REVISED PLAN SET
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
1) Provide a written response to each comment on the following pages, noting specifically where the correction can be
found. Responses such as, “Sheet A-3,” or, “Handrails shall be per CBC Section 1003,” are not acceptable. Show or note
specifically how compliance with a code requirement is achieved . Responses such as, “Added note 16 on sheet A-3”
are appropriate and will help expedite your back check.
2) Corrections may not be made by handwriting on existing drawings. Revise originals and reprint Plans and/or
Calculations as necessary.
3) Return all red-marked Plans and/or Calculations with your resubmittal.
4) Each sheet of resubmitted Plans and/or Calculations shall include the preparer’s name and telephone number and shall
be wet-signed by the preparer. If the preparer is a licensed architect or engineer, all documents prepared by that
licensed individual shall also bear his/her stamp as prescribed by California Business and Professions Code Section
5536. Resubmittals will not be accepted with signatures missing.
5) Return this list, your written responses, and all documents listed above with your resubmittal.
Residential Plan Check Correction List (SOLAR) Page 2 of 2
SECTION A - GENERAL
1) Designs for a "Plan 3" were provided which is inconsistent with the tract residential plans--this must be removed or
clarified why this extra plan type was provided.
2) The tract construction project review is still in progress, the tract dwelling plans must be approved prior to approval of
these plans.
SECTION B – SOLAR
3) Figure 2 on sheet PVE-2 shows the NM conductors installed above the roof which is a wet location. Revise
cable/conductor type to ensure all cable/conduit/conductors in wet locations are suitable for installation in wet
locations. Note: NM-B is not a recognized cable type in the 2019 California Electrical Code.
END CORRECTION LIST
As further information is provided and reviewed, additional corrections may be required.
10/4/2022
BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT
City of La Quinta
RE: PLAN CHECK RESPONSE
Plan Check Number/Permit Number:
Project Name:
Project Address:
Project Description:Rooftop Photovoltaic System Master Plan Permit Package for Palo Verde
This is in response to the plan check comments dated 10/04/2022 for the project noted above.
Sheet No.
PVE-2
Should you have any additional questions, feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
_____________________________
Kim Lord Balboa / Design Engineer
KimLord.Balboa@sunpowercorp.com
00003
Figure 2 on sheet PVE-2 shows the NM
conductors installed above theroof which is a
wet location. Revise cable/conductor typeto
ensure all cable/conduit/conductors in wet
locations are suitable for installation in wet
locations. Note: NM-B is not a recognized
cabletype in the 2019 California Electrical
Code
Figure 2: Wiring Roof Penetration Cross
Section shows conduit cable below roof
Palo Verde
La Quinta, California 92253
Comment No. Comments Response
11/28/2022
BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT
City of La Quinta
RE: RESUBMITAL LETTER
Plan Check Number/Permit Number:
Project Name:
Project Address:
Project Description:Rooftop Photovoltaic System Master Plan Permit Package for Palo Verde
Sheet No.
PVE-1.1-1.4
PVE-2
Should you have any additional questions, feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
_____________________________
Kim Lord Balboa / Design Engineer
KimLord.Balboa@sunpowercorp.com
1 UPDATED TO REFLECT THWN-2 WIRE FOR TAG B AS PER INSPECTOR NOTES
Change No.Description of Change
Palo Verde
La Quinta, California 92253
BCPR2022-0017
PALO VERDE / WILLIAMS HOMSE
MASTER SOLAR PLAN TAKE-OFFS
80550 AVENUE 58 / TR 32279
Owner:
WILLIAMS HOMES INC
24911 AVENUE STANFORD
SANTA CLARITA, CA 91355
Energy Calculation Requirements (As of 1/1/2023):
• PLAN 1 – 6.45kWDC WITH 105-300 AZIMUTH / <=7:12 TILT
• PLAN 1 MULTIGEN – 6.49kWDC WITH 105-300 AZIMUTH / <=7:12
• PLAN 2 – 6.19kWDC WITH 105-300 AZIMUTH / <=7:12 TILT TILT
18 Panel / 6.30kWDC System Permit Notes:
6.3kW SOLAR ARRAY - (1 8) 350W SPR-X21 AC SUNPOWER PANELS W/INTEGRATED
MICROINVERTERS AND 100A SUBPANEL [342SF / 105-300 AZIMUTH]. REFERENCE
BCPR2022-0017 FOR APPROVED MASTER PLANS. 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODES.
PALO VERDE / 6.3kW PV SYSTEM - (18) 350W AC PANELS+100A SUB
Fee Breakdown:
- Building Standards Administration (BSAS)
- Electrical
o PV System less than 10kW PC
o PV System less than 10kW
- Permit issuance
- Records Management Fee
- Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Panel / 6.65kWDC System Permit Notes:
6.65kW SOLAR ARRAY - (19) 350W SPR-X21 AC SUNPOWER PANELS W/INTEGRATED
MICROINVERTERS AND 100A SUBPANEL [361SF / 105-300 AZIMUTH]. REFERENCE
BCPR2022-0017 FOR APPROVED MASTER PLANS. 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODES.
PALO VERDE / 6.65kW PV SYSTEM - (19) 350W AC PANELS+100A SUB
Fee Breakdown:
- Building Standards Administration (BSAS)
- Electrical
o PV System less than 10kW PC
o PV System less than 10kW
- Permit issuance
- Records Management Fee
- Technology Enhancement Fee
2/26/2023
BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT
City of La Quinta
RRE: RESUBMITTAL LETTER
Plan Check Number/Permit Number:
Project Name:
Project Address:
Project Description:Rooftop Photovoltaic System Master Plan Permit Package for Palo Verde
Sheet No.
PVA SHEETS
PVE SHEETS
Should you have any additional questions, feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
_____________________________
Christian Opeña / Design Engineer
christian.opena@sunpowercorp.com
2 TRANSITIONED TO 405W MODULES & UPDATED SYSTEM SIZE,
UPDATED TO 2022 CODE
Change No.Description of Change
Palo Verde
La Quinta, California 92253
20 Panel / 7.0kWDC System Permit Notes:
7.0kW SOLAR ARRAY - (20) 350W SPR-X21 AC SUNPOWER PANELS W/INTEGRATED
MICROINVERTERS AND 100A SUBPANEL [380SF / 105-300 AZIMUTH]. REFERENCE
BCPR2022-0017 FOR APPROVED MASTER PLANS. 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODES.
PALO VERDE / 7.0kW PV SYSTEM - (20) 350W AC PANELS+100A SUB
Fee Breakdown:
- Building Standards Administration (BSAS)
- Electrical
o PV System less than 10kW PC
o PV System less than 10kW
- Permit issuance
- Records Management Fee
- Technology Enhancement Fee