SolarAPP+ Automated Solar Plan Reviews

Before applying for an automated solar plan review and solar permit, projects must follow certain requirements. At this time, SolarAPP+ is designed to provide a code-compliance check for the majority of residential, roof-mounted, retrofit photovoltaic systems. To see which systems are eligible, please refer to the Eligibility Checklist. Only projects that conform to this list are eligible to use the automated SolarAPP+ portal for County of Monterey. 

1. Register as an approved Solar Contractor with SolarApp+

2. Submit for automated review through SolarAPP+

• To start using SolarAPP+, register and submit your design through the SolarAPP+ Webpage.
• A processing fee will be charged by SolarAPP+.
• Download the approval document & inspection checklist.

3. Initiate a permit via Citizen Access

• Pay fees
• (Issuance)

4. Schedule Inspection

• Login to Citizen Access.
• Request for inspection on Citizen Access.

• What is SolarAPP+?
• How do I make changes to approved SolarAPP+ plans?
• How do I submit a project through SolarAPP+?
• How much does SolarAPP+ cost an installer to use?
• What types of systems are not eligible for SolarAPP+ review?
• Is there a limit on system size SolarAPP+ can review?
• How do I register with SolarAPP+?
• Being prepared for Solarapp+ inspection.