The City of Sarnia requires a building permit be obtained for any solar panel system with a face area over 5m2 that is mounted to a building or structure.
For further information, please view the Solar Panel Application or consult with Planning and Building Department staff.
For more information on building permits including fees, inspections, applications, and FAQs refer to the General Building Permit Information page. Applications and inquiries can be submitted to building@sarnia.ca.