(A) The wind turbines of a small wind energy system shall be painted a nonreflective, nonobtrusive color. Small wind energy system towers shall maintain galvanized steel, brushed aluminum, white or gray finish, unless federal aviation administration standards require otherwise.
(B) No small wind energy system shall be artificially lighted, except to the extent required by the federal aviation administration or other applicable authority.
(C) No small wind energy system shall be used for displaying any advertising except for reasonable identification of the manufacturer.
(D) Electrical controls, control wiring and power lines shall be wireless or underground after reaching grade from the turbine and extending away from the base of the tower. Wiring may be exposed vertically from the turbine to the base of the tower. (Ord. 382, 11-18-2010)