Solar PV in Vermont
Which codes apply? In Vermont, solar PV systems fall under the 2023 NEC, another model code in place of the IRC, the 2021 IBC, and NFPA 1 in place of the IFC.
Codes that reach solar PV systems
The edition Vermont enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.
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NECNational Electrical CodeThe Vermont NEC record2023 NECVerified
in force since Nov 5, 2025
Where it reaches the product. Article 690, solar photovoltaic systems, with 705 for the interconnection and 690.12 for rapid shutdown.
2025 Vermont Electrical Safety Rules · Rule 25P023, adopted under 26 V.S.A. § 891
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IRCInternational Residential CodeThe Vermont IRC recordAnother model codeVerified
Where it reaches the product. Section R324, solar energy systems.
2025 Vermont Fire & Building Safety Code (NFPA 101 for one- and two-family occupancies) · Rule 25P022, Section 5; 20 V.S.A. § 2731
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IBCInternational Building CodeThe Vermont IBC record2021 IBCVerified
in force since Nov 4, 2025 · Statewide, with exceptions
Where it reaches the product. Rooftop structures and the structural load of the array.
2025 Vermont Fire & Building Safety Code · Rule 25P022, adopted under 20 V.S.A. §§ 2677, 2731, 2757, 2882
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IFCInternational Fire CodeThe Vermont IFC recordAnother model codeVerified
Where it reaches the product. Chapter 12, section 1205, solar photovoltaic power systems and roof access.
2025 Vermont Fire & Building Safety Code (NFPA 1 Fire Code) · Rule 25P022, Section 5; 20 V.S.A. § 2731
Vermont laws that name solar PV systems
Statutes, rules, and commission orders are tracked state by state.
No Vermont 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