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1189 Yadhava Street
Koviloor, Karaikudi, Sivaganga, 630307
Subject: Structural Certification for Installation of Solar Panels
Job Number: 2021-08702
Client: James Norton - CCEN-002808
Address: 16955 Jasper Path, Lakeville, MN 55044
Attn.: To Whom It May Concern
Design Criteria:
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●Ground Snow Load = 50 psf; Roof Snow Load = 35 psf ARRAY 1-3
● Basic Wind Speed = 109 mph Exposure Category C
● Existing Roof Dead Load: ARRAY 1-3 = 10 psf
●Existing Roof Live Load: 15.9 psf
PV System Assembly
Installation Requirements
Prepared By:
PZSE, Inc. - Structural Engineers
Roseville, CA
If you have any questions on the above, do not hesitate to call.
July 2, 2021
PZSE’s scope of work is limited to performing a structural evaluation of loading at the address above. After review,
PZSE certifies that the alteration to the existing structure by installation of the PV system meets the requirements of
the applicable codes and criteria shown below:
The existing structure is adequate to support the PV alteration per 2018 IEBC §402.3 & 402.4.
The PV module assembly including all structural supporting components have been reviewed to be in accordance
with the manufacturers specifications and meets or exceeds all requirements set forth by the referenced codes
above.
The PV system shall be mounted flush to the existing roof surface. The contractor shall notify PZSE of any signs of
damage to the roof framing prior to commencing the installation. PZSE shall then determine if the existing roof is
adequate to support the applied loads. The electrical engineering and system waterproofing shall be addressed by
others.
Applicable Codes = 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IEBC, ASCE 7-16, and NDS-18
1478 Stone Point Drive, Suite 190, Roseville, CA 95661
T 916.961.3960 F 916.961.3965 W www.pzse.com
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I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was
prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I
am a duly Licensed Professional Engineer under the laws of
the state of Minnesota.
Signature: _______________________________________
Typed or Printed Name: ____________________________
Date: _______________ License Number:______________52544
EXP. 06/30/2022
16955 JASPER PATH
LAKEVILLE, MN 55044