(A) Definition. WIND TURBINE means but is not limited to:
(1) A device designed to generate electricity for personal use; and
(2) Towers or other structures used to support wind turbines; and
(3) Any apparatuses associated with the operation of wind turbines.
(B) Wind turbines must be located on the owner of the wind turbines’ property and follow the following setback requirements: Wind turbines must be placed one and one-half times the overall height of the structure from neighboring property lines, rights-of-way, or utility lines or structures.
(C) All property owners must receive the necessary state and local permits as well as any other permits required for the proper installation and operation of the wind turbine.
(D) Wind turbine towers with guide wires will not be permitted.
(E) Decibel readings from all wind turbine equipment must be below 80 decibels.
(Ord. 1552-09, passed 12-21-2009) Penalty, see § 153.999