Building permit application submitted to the city for a renewable energy system under this section shall not be considered complete unless, in addition to the general procedures and standards set in § 152.20, it contains the following information, including but not limited to:
(A) Manufacturer’s specifications and recommended installation methods for all major equipment, including solar collectors, the number of collectors to be installed, mounting systems, and foundations for poles or racks;
(B) No more than one solar energy system of each kind shall be permitted per lot and shall only generate energy for use of a main building and/or accessory buildings located on the same lot. This standard however is not intended to prohibit the transfer of excess energy to the power grid;
(C) A description of the method for connecting the system to a building or substation;
(D) A signed copy of the interconnection agreement with the local electric utility or a written explanation outlining why an interconnection agreement is not necessary; and/or
(E) Systems producing greater than 500 watts shall be mounted on a permanent structure. Permanent structures shall include poles, foundations, and/or racks.
(Ord. 2017-002, passed 6-13-2017) Penalty, see § 152.99