City of Irvine

Overview

• For information regarding storage battery installations, please review article 480 of the California Electrical Code
• Review the Site Plan/Floor Plan Guidance (below) while preparing your documents and drawings
• Your Homeowners Association may have its own approval process. Review your HOA policies and procedures before proceeding with your design plans
• Structural calculations may be required depending on the battery installation location

Overview

• After you have completed and gathered all of the required documents, you will need to submit your permit application and plans electronically through the Automated Online Permit System
• You can only obtain these permits online if you meet the criteria stated. Upon acceptance of your online application you will be emailed your permit along with any pertinent bulletins

What Documents Will Be Required?

Overview

• You will need to submit your permit application electronically through the IrvineReady! Online Permit Submittal portal

Zoning Guidance

Contact the Planning Counter at planning@cityofirvine.org(link sends e-mail) or 949-724-6308.

Overview

Overview

• The City of Irvine offers an automated permitting process for 20 tons or less roof top packaged mechanical equipment change out (heat pumps units only)
• Screening shall be required for any rooftop or ground-mounted mechanical equipment. See Zoning Guidance below.
• After you have completed and gathered all of the required documents, you will need to submit your permit through the Automated Online Permit System.

If You Are Replacing An Existing Air Conditioning Unit

• Click here to visit the air conditioning unit replacement page

If You Are Adding A New Air Conditioning Unit

• Air conditioning units must be set back a minimum two (2) feet from the nearest property line
• If an A/C unit is proposed in a location visible from the public right-of-way or nearby properties at the same grade (such as a front yard or rooftop), screening will be required

Overview

• If the project involves an addition to the home (whether to the existing footprint or square footage of living space), refer to the Residential Additions page.
• If you are planning to add a bedroom, an additional parking space may be required. Refer to the Zoning Guidance below. 
• School Facilities Fees(link is external) will be assessed for additions of 500 square feet and larger

Overview

• There are a variety of zoning requirements that will apply, including standards for building setbacks, building height, lot coverage, and parking. Refer to the Zoning Guidance below
  • For example, if you are adding an additional bedroom, an additional parking space may be required
• School Facilities Fees(link is external) will be assessed on additions of 500 square feet and larger

Overview

• Refer to the Zoning Guidance notes below for information on required setback and screening standards
• After you have completed and gathered all of the required documents, you will need to submit your permit application and plans electronically through the IrvineReady! Online Permit Submittal portal

Zoning Guidance

Covered Parking Solar Energy Systems

As part of the City of Irvine’s Earth Day efforts, the City unveiled the Conserve Irvine campaign, a multi-year endeavor to improve resilience and sustainability of the community. The Conserve Irvine