§ 1299.02 DEFINITIONS.
   As used in this chapter:
   (a)   "Ground-mounted solar energy system" means a free-standing solar energy system.
   (b)   "Roof-mounted solar energy system" means a solar energy system integrated or mounted on top of the structure of the roof of a principal or accessory building.
   (c)   "Solar energy equipment" means items including panels, lines, pumps, batteries, mounting brackets and framing used for or intended to be used for collection of solar energy in connection with a building on residential or commercial property. Solar energy equipment and its use is accessory to the principal use of the property.
   (d)   "Solar energy system(s)" means all equipment, machinery and structures utilized in connection with the conversion of solar energy to electricity. This includes, but is not limited to, solar panels, storage, collection and supply equipment, substations, and transformers; sometimes referenced as the “facilities”.
   (e)   "Solar panel" is a single photovoltaic panel or a group of photovoltaic panels that convert solar energy to electricity.
(Res. 23-R-626, passed 9-19-2023)