Effective September 1, 2025

Texas Senate Bill 1202 | Texas Senate Bill 1252

At Aoka, we deliver specialized plan review and inspection services for residential solar energy systems and battery energy storage systems, operating under the framework established by Texas Senate Bills SB 1202 and SB 1252. Under SB 1202, qualified third parties are authorized to perform plan reviews and inspections to help cities manage volume and reduce permitting delays. SB 1252 further supports this framework by limiting local regulatory barriers for qualifying residential energy backup systems, creating a more consistent, statewide approach to approvals.

We partner with contractors and homeowners to make the permitting process efficient, predictable, and code-driven. Every project we review is evaluated for electrical safety, structural integrity, and full compliance with the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable ICC standards, giving jurisdictions confidence and projects a clear path to completion.

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Platform Features

What We Review & Inspect

Solar Panel Systems
Rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations, including structural integrity, electrical design, and full compliance with Texas-adopted NEC standards. Every system is reviewed to ensure safe interconnection, proper equipment placement, and long-term performance.
Battery Storage Systems
Residential battery energy storage installations that support solar and grid-interactive systems. Reviews focus on electrical integration, fire-safety clearances, ventilation requirements, and code-compliant system labeling, ensuring each installation meets current safety and inspection standards.
The Difference

Why Choose Aoka ?

Less waiting, more installs
A streamlined third-party review process means faster approvals and more projects completed-without getting stuck in municipal backlogs.
Consistent standards
One clear checklist for solar and battery systems across participating jurisdictions. Learn it once. Use it everywhere
100% Digital Process
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Fully digital plan review and virtual inspection workflows-simple to start, easy to scale across multiple projects and cities.
Competitive rates
Transparent pricing that improves your bottom line without sacrificing speed or quality.
Reduced project delays
Faster reviews and inspections keep crews on schedule and overhead costs under control.
Statewide coverage
One trusted partner for solar and battery projects across Texas—no need to manage multiple reviewers.
Expert support team
Direct access to certified professionals who understand contractor timelines, code requirements, and real-world job site pressures.
Process Flow

How SB 1202 works with Aoka

Step 01 - Setup
Create Account & Get Approved
Visit vertexplans.com/permit/sign_up to create your account. Once Aoka approves your registration, you can begin submitting solar and batter projects.
Be sure to select "SB 1202" as your Local Jurisdiction to ensure submissions are routed correctly under the third-party review framework.
Step 02 - Submission
Submit Project & Make Payment
Log in to the portal and upload your full project package, including drawings and specifications. Complete payment securely through the platform to move your project into review.
Step 03 - Review
Plan Review Process
Aoka's certified reviewers evaluate your plans for compliance with:
  • SB 1202 eligibility criteria
  • Applicable provisions supported by SB 1252
  • Current NEC and ICC standards
Standard turnaround: within 3 business days.
Step 04 - Inspection
Schedule & Conduct Inspection
Once plans are approved, Aoka coordinates the inspection and assigns a qualified third-party inspector to complete the on-site review for your solar or battery system.
Step 05 - Completion
City Notification & Final Approval
Inspection documentation is delivered digitally to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
You receive inspection results and final approval-typically within 24 hours-so your project can move forward without delay.
Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about SB 1202, SB 1252, and Aoka's solar & battery services.

What is Texas Senate Bill 1202?
Texas Senate Bill SB 1202 allows qualified third-party professionals, like Aoka, to perform plan reviews and inspections for certain residential solar and battery energy storage systems.

The law was designed to reduce permitting delays while maintaining full compliance with state and local building codes.
SB 1202 becomes effective September 1, 2025.
SB 1252 complements SB 1202 by limiting the ability of municipalities to impose additional local regulations on qualifying residential energy systems.

Together, these laws create a more consistent, statewide framework for solar and battery permitting-reducing red tape while preserving safety standards.
Only qualified, state-recognized professionals may perform third-party reviews and inspections.

Aoka serves as a leading third-party provider in Texas, supporting solar and battery projects through properly credentialed reviewers and inspectors in accordance with SB 1202 and applicable codes.
SB 1202 applies to certain residential installations, including:
  • Rooftop solar systems
  • Battery energy storage systems
  • serving one- or two-family dwellings, as defined under the law.
It does not apply to commercial or multifamily projects.
Yes. Permits are still required.

SB 1202 changes how plan reviews and inspections are performed, not whether approvals are needed. Aoka's role is to help make that process faster and more predictable.
Under SB 1202, once Aoka completes the qualified third-party plan review or inspection and submits the required notice, projects may proceed without waiting for a separate municipal review, subject to statutory requirements.
Timelines vary by jurisdiction, but third-party reviews under SB 1202 typically result in significantly faster approvals, often within a few business days after submission.
No

Utility interconnection approvals remain separate from permitting and inspections. Aoka's services support the code and permitting side only and do not replace utility requirements.
No

All solar and battery installations must still comply with state and locally adopted building and electrical codes.
SB 1202 modernizes the process, not the safety standards.
When a review or inspection is completed by a qualified third-party provider in accordance with SB 1202, regulatory authorities are required to process the approval within the framework established by law.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're a municipality looking to streamline solar and battery permitting or a contractor ready to submit your next project, Aoka is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Applicants
Submit your solar or battery energy project through VertexPlans to begin the third-party review process under SB 1202 and SB 1252.
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