Solar Panels

To apply for a building permit to install Solar Panels or an Energy Storage System, the first step
in the process is a plan review by the Stoneham Fire Department. The Fire Prevention office will
review all plans and documentation to ensure compliance with the following codes:

• 527 CMR 1 (2021) – Chapter 11, Section 12 – Photovoltaic Systems
• 527 CMR 1 (2021) – Chapter 52 – Energy Storage Systems
• NFPA 855 (2020) – Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy

Storage Systems
Please use the Solar Panel/Energy Storage System Plan Review Application and submit the following to the Fire Prevention Office:

• Solar Array Required Documentation
  3 complete sets of plans showing:
  o Access Pathways
  o Setbacks from ridge
  o Meter/inverter/disconnect locations
  o Trees that obstruct access to the roof
  o Signage
•  A Check for $100 made out to the Town of Stoneham
•  A self-addressed and stamped envelope for us to return the approved plans (unless you
  agree to pick them up in person)
•  Photo of the property from the street
• The completed Solar Panel/Energy Storage System Plan Review Application

Energy Storage System Required Documentation

• 3 complete sets of plans showing:
  o Location of ESS and all disconnects
  o Diagram of the room or area in which the ESS is to be installed.
  o Details on wall construction for rooms or areas where ESS are installed
  o Vehicle impact protection (if required)
  o Location of interconnected smoke/heat alarms (if required)
  o Signage
• Manufacturer’s specifications, ratings, and listings of ESS.
• A Check for $100 made out to the Town of Stoneham
• A self-addressed and stamped envelope for us to return the approved plans (unless you
  agree to pick them up in person)
• The completed Solar Panel/Energy Storage System Plan Review Application

The Fire Prevention office will review all plans and documentation to ensure
compliance with the following codes:

• 527 CMR 1 (2021) – Chapter 11, Section 12 – Photovoltaic Systems
• 527 CMR 1 (2021) – Chapter 52 – Energy Storage Systems
• NFPA 855 (2020) – Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy
  Storage Systems