RumRunner
Senior Member
- Location
- SCV Ca, USA
- Occupation
- Retired EE
I have an in-progress construction project in my house. My wife is a retired architect and she did all the plans, approved by Building & Safety with permits.
I am also a registered PE but inactive since I called it quits several years ago. So, we are (my wife and I) pulled the permit as owner contractor and I have friends (not on payroll) to carry out this project. This is not my first project, I've done three in the past.
My question is:
I intend to install an off grid solar array while we're constructing. I haven't brought this up with the city engineer (yet) because I'm not sure what he'll come up in terms of its impact to electrical appurtenances related to my existing electrical equipment, etc. I understand I'll need an isolation (transfer switch) but the power generated will not intrude my in-house electrical system.
I've seen solar panels installed in the neighbourhood, but they were installed when the houses were built.
The panels are not meant to provide power to the house either partially or otherwise. It would only be to provide power to my RV which is parked in the property ... to provide charging of batteries and perhaps some security and fire protection systems. Total planned solar output ~400 watts. Will this be considered portable even though panels will be permanently installed?
If any one has done this, I would appreciate any input.
Thanks
I am also a registered PE but inactive since I called it quits several years ago. So, we are (my wife and I) pulled the permit as owner contractor and I have friends (not on payroll) to carry out this project. This is not my first project, I've done three in the past.
My question is:
I intend to install an off grid solar array while we're constructing. I haven't brought this up with the city engineer (yet) because I'm not sure what he'll come up in terms of its impact to electrical appurtenances related to my existing electrical equipment, etc. I understand I'll need an isolation (transfer switch) but the power generated will not intrude my in-house electrical system.
I've seen solar panels installed in the neighbourhood, but they were installed when the houses were built.
The panels are not meant to provide power to the house either partially or otherwise. It would only be to provide power to my RV which is parked in the property ... to provide charging of batteries and perhaps some security and fire protection systems. Total planned solar output ~400 watts. Will this be considered portable even though panels will be permanently installed?
If any one has done this, I would appreciate any input.
Thanks