(A) Roof mounted systems. Roof mounted solar energy systems shall not extend beyond the existing roof (width and height) of the structure to which they are attached. Roof mounted systems shall not exceed the height of the roof line on a pitched roof; SES may project vertically up to five feet above a flat roof line. Roof mounted systems are not permitted in a front yard or on the front roof plane of a structure.
(B) Ground mounted systems.
(1) Ground mounted SES shall be located in a side or rear yard only. Solar energy systems will not be permitted in front yards and shall not extend beyond the front of the building.
(2) Ground mounted SES shall maintain the setbacks required for accessory structures from property lines, and shall not be located in a platted easement. The side yard setback shall apply to all ground mounted SES whether measuring from a side or rear lot line.
(3) Ground mounted solar panels shall not exceed eight feet in height.
(4) Ground mounted solar panels shall be fully screened from adjacent properties by fencing or structures (detached garages, other permitted accessory structures, etc.) or landscaping.
(C) Solar panel installation and arrangement. Solar panels shall be installed and arranged so as to avoid unreasonable glare projected onto neighboring properties.
(Ord. O-2010-20, passed 11-8-10)