Solar PV in South Dakota
Which codes apply? In South Dakota, solar PV systems fall under the 2023 NEC, the 2024 IRC (local option), the 2024 IBC, and the 2015 IFC.
Codes that reach solar PV systems
The edition South Dakota enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.
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NECNational Electrical CodeThe South Dakota NEC record2023 NECVerified
in force since Nov 12, 2024
Where it reaches the product. Article 690, solar photovoltaic systems, with 705 for the interconnection and 690.12 for rapid shutdown.
2023 National Electrical Code (South Dakota, ARSD 20:44:14:01) · ARSD 20:44:14:01(11)
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IRCInternational Residential CodeThe South Dakota IRC record2024 IRCVerified
in force since Jul 1, 2026 · Local adoption
Where it reaches the product. Section R324, solar energy systems.
2024 International Residential Code (optional municipal adoption, SDCL 11-10-12) · SDCL 11-10-12 (as amended by SL 2026 ch 59)
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IBCInternational Building CodeThe South Dakota IBC record2024 IBCVerified
in force since Jul 1, 2026 · Statewide, with exceptions
Where it reaches the product. Rooftop structures and the structural load of the array.
2024 International Building Code design standard (SDCL 11-10-6) · SDCL 11-10-5, 11-10-6 (as amended by SL 2026 ch 59)
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IFCInternational Fire CodeThe South Dakota IFC record2015 IFCVerified
in force since Oct 17, 2016
Where it reaches the product. Chapter 12, section 1205, solar photovoltaic power systems and roof access.
2015 International Fire Code as adopted in ARSD 61:15 · ARSD 61:15:01:01; authorized by SDCL 34-29B-2
South Dakota laws that name solar PV systems
Statutes, rules, and commission orders are tracked state by state.
No South Dakota 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