The following words and phrases as used in this chapter are defined as follows:
(A) SMALL RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM. All of the following:
(1) A solar energy system that is no larger than ten kilowatts alternating current nameplate rating or 30 kilowatts thermal.
(2) A solar energy system that conforms to all applicable state fire, structural, electrical, and other building codes as adopted or amended by the city and paragraph (iii) of subdivision (c) of Section 714 of the Civil Code, as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered, or redesignated from time to time.
(3) A solar energy system that is installed on a single or duplex family dwelling.
(4) A solar panel or module array that does not exceed the maximum legal building height as defined by the authority having jurisdiction.
(B) SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM has the same meaning set forth in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 801.5 of the Civil Code, as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered, or redesignated from time to time.
(C) ELECTRONIC SUBMITTAL means the utilization of one or more of the following:
(1) E-mail,
(2) The internet,
(3) Facsimile.
(Ord. 4676, passed 9-28-15)