Solar PV in Ohio
Which codes apply? In Ohio, solar PV systems fall under the 2023 NEC, the 2018 IRC, the 2021 IBC, and the 2021 IFC.
Codes that reach solar PV systems
The edition Ohio enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.
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NECNational Electrical CodeThe Ohio NEC record2023 NECVerified
in force since Mar 1, 2024
Where it reaches the product. Article 690, solar photovoltaic systems, with 705 for the interconnection and 690.12 for rapid shutdown.
NFPA 70 as adopted in the 2024 Ohio Building Code and Residential Code of Ohio · OAC 4101:1-27-01 and 4101:1-35-01 (commercial); OAC 4101:8-34-01 and 4101:8-44-01 (residential)
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IRCInternational Residential CodeThe Ohio IRC record2018 IRCVerified
in force since Jul 1, 2019
Where it reaches the product. Section R324, solar energy systems.
2019 Residential Code of Ohio · OAC Chapters 4101:8-1 through 4101:8-44; ORC 3781.10
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IBCInternational Building CodeThe Ohio IBC record2021 IBCVerified
in force since Mar 1, 2024
Where it reaches the product. Rooftop structures and the structural load of the array.
2024 Ohio Building Code · OAC Chapters 4101:1-1 through 4101:1-35; ORC 3781.10
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IFCInternational Fire CodeThe Ohio IFC record2021 IFCVerified
in force since Nov 20, 2025
Where it reaches the product. Chapter 12, section 1205, solar photovoltaic power systems and roof access.
2025 Ohio Fire Code · OAC 1301:7-7-01 et seq.; ORC 3737.82
Ohio laws that name solar PV systems
Statutes, rules, and commission orders are tracked state by state.
No Ohio law or rule on the site names solar PV systems. The product page shows the states that have one.
For information only. Your local building or fire official decides which code applies. We check state records often but can miss a recent change, so confirm with your official before you design, permit, or install. Terms of use