The standards of this section apply to all solar panel energy systems that are accessory to a principal structure.
(a) Freestanding solar panels shall be limited to a maximum height of sixteen (16) feet and shall be located in the rear yard and shall be set back a minimum of ten (10) feet from all lot lines.
(b) The surface area of any freestanding solar panel system, regardless of the mounted angle, shall be calculated as part of the overall allowed lot coverage.
(c) Roof-mounted solar panels on the front side of a roof facing a street shall be flush-mounted to the roof.
(d) Roof-mounted solar panels that do not face a street shall not exceed more than thirty-six (36) inches in height from the roof plane.
(e) All power transmission lines from a ground-mounted solar energy system to any structure must be located underground.
(Ord. 30-22. Passed 12-12-22.)