Generator

For the installation of an electrical generator, see below for permit submittal requirements and for general construction information.

Application Requirements

• Residential Generator Packet / Non-Residential Generator Packet - The documents below have been combined into one PDF file.
  1. Electrical Application
  2. Back-Up Generator Worksheet
  3. Sample One-Line Diagram
  4. Generator Location Requirements Diagram

Application Fees & Deposits

• Permit Application Deposit - $60 (Due at time of application submittal)
• Electrical and gas fee for non-residential project is $290 / $440, depending upon square footage of structure (Due at time of permit pick-up)
• Electrical and gas fee for residential project is $90 (Due at time of permit pick-up)

Drawing Requirements (To Be Submitted With Permit Application)

• Generator specifications from the manufacturer
• One-Line Diagram (see below sample)
• Plat of Survey (indicate location of generator with dimensions to property lines)

Required Inspections

• Any gas or electric piping that will be concealed or buried 
• Final Inspection (Generator must comply with zoning setbacks; electrician required to be on-site with the panel cover open)

Additional Resources

• Gas Pipe Installations
• Generator Location Requirements
• Sample Line-Diagram