Guidelines for Electrical and Power Supplies
There are a number of local and state codes related to the use and distribution of electrical power. As an event organizer you are required to meet or exceed these codes and regulations. Failure to meet local and state codes may result in penalties or suspension of the use of the wiring or equipment until the corrective action is verified. It is illegal to use electricity tapped from public lights and other public utility outlets. The following section has been developed to provide you with general requirements regarding the use of electrical power.
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Riverside Ordains as Follows:
Electrical and Power Supply
If your event includes provisions to supply electrical power via generators, photovoltaic (solar) systems, or by connecting to existing permanent electrical systems, an electrical permit may be required by the Development Services Department. An electrical permit is required for electric power generating equipment 50 KVA (KW) and larger. Existing city maintained lighting and outlet circuits may not be used for event power use unless prior approval is obtained in writing before the event date and time. In some cases, electrical distribution plans and load calculations prepared by a California licensed electrical contractor or electrical engineer may be required. Electrical inspection is required on or before the event date and time. You can obtain an electrical permit application from the Building and Safety Counter, which is located within the Permit Center on the 1st Floor. This department is open Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm. This type of permit review may take an extended amount of time to process and an inspector may not be immediately available, therefore, please plan accordingly.
Whether or not an electrical permit is required for your event, the installation of all electrical elements must comply with Article 525-Carnivals, Circuses, Fairs and Similar Events of the current California Electrical Code (CEC) and all other applicable articles of the CEC. All wiring equipment and devices must be maintained in a safe working condition for the duration of your event including set-up and dismantle.
Small hand portable generators with direct connect outlets do not typically need to receive electrical permits from the City of Temecula. In instances where an electrical permit is not required, the Fire Marshal will conduct an on‐site inspection to ensure the use of proper system grounding, GFCI protected outlets, protection of wiring, protection of pedestrians from trip hazards, etc.
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Riverside Ordains as Follows:
Electrical and Power Supply
If your event includes provisions to supply electrical power via generators, photovoltaic (solar) systems, or by connecting to existing permanent electrical systems, an electrical permit may be required by the Development Services Department. An electrical permit is required for electric power generating equipment 50 KVA (KW) and larger. Existing city maintained lighting and outlet circuits may not be used for event power use unless prior approval is obtained in writing before the event date and time. In some cases, electrical distribution plans and load calculations prepared by a California licensed electrical contractor or electrical engineer may be required. Electrical inspection is required on or before the event date and time. You can obtain an electrical permit application from the Building and Safety Counter, which is located within the Permit Center on the 1st Floor. This department is open Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm. This type of permit review may take an extended amount of time to process and an inspector may not be immediately available, therefore, please plan accordingly.
Whether or not an electrical permit is required for your event, the installation of all electrical elements must comply with Article 525-Carnivals, Circuses, Fairs and Similar Events of the current California Electrical Code (CEC) and all other applicable articles of the CEC. All wiring equipment and devices must be maintained in a safe working condition for the duration of your event including set-up and dismantle.
Small hand portable generators with direct connect outlets do not typically need to receive electrical permits from the City of Temecula. In instances where an electrical permit is not required, the Fire Marshal will conduct an on‐site inspection to ensure the use of proper system grounding, GFCI protected outlets, protection of wiring, protection of pedestrians from trip hazards, etc.