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There must be an access pathway in close proximity to the roof plane containing photovoltaic panels. The pathway must be on the same roof

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For each roof plane with a photovoltaic array, a pathway not less than 36 inches wide shall be

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The builder should install a 1” metal conduit from the designated inverter location to the main service

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