Local Battery Storage Laws. When there are no State Rules. Cities Act.

Where: Arizona cities of Phoenix, Peoria & Surprise

Why did these 3 cities act? A fire at a battery storage facility

What rules did the cities implement? Safety standards for battery storage

Who do the battery storage rules apply to?

• homeowners
• businesses
• schools
• utilities

What do the rules require?

• notification to cities when building battery storage facilities
• local permits
• local inspections
• local building requirements with certain safety features

AZ Central | After APS explosion injures 4 firefighters, Arizona cities enact battery storage laws for utilities, homeowners