The placement, use, or modification of a solar energy system shall be an allowed use in all zoning districts, except the Recreational Green Belt (RGB), provided the system meets zoning standards outlined in subsections A through I of this section, and section 17.08E.020 of this chapter. To lawfully install a solar energy system, an Alternative Energy Review Form shall be required.
The following shall be found to be true prior to issuance of a building permit:
A. Photovoltaic solar (collector) panels are certified by the Solar Collector and Certification Corporation (SRCC);
B. Solar energy system panels and mounts are installed per manufacturer's specifications;
C. Solar panels mount systems located on roofs are installed to meet the International Building Code standards for wind and snow loads. If panels do not contain wind and snow load specification or circumstances require a modification to installation per the manufacturer's specifications, an engineer shall review and certify that the modifications meet wind and snow load standards as outlined in the International Building Code and as amended by the City of Hailey;
D. The building official has reviewed mounting plans to ensure the roof structural integrity is maintained;
E. BIPV and roof-mounted panels do not exceed five feet (5') from the top of the structure;
F. Ground and pole mounted solar collectors are firmly anchored, and:
1. Do not exceed ten feet (10') from natural grade; or
2. Panels located on isolated slopes do not exceed ten feet (10') above record grade;
3. Are exempt from lot coverage calculations;
4. Are located on private property only, and not within the public right-of-way;
G. Solar energy system is located in a building envelope or is located outside the building envelope and is not located within an overlay district, or has been found to comply with the standards set out in section 17.08E.030 of this chapter;
H. Solar energy system setbacks are subject to supplementary location and bulk requirements for detached accessory structures, as outlined in 17.07.010;
I. No solar development shall be permitted in the Recreational Green Belt (RGB);
J. All solar development is subject to the standards and purview of the local utility provider;
K. All residential solar development must comply with Section 324: Solar Energy Systems of the International Residential Code;
L. All commercial solar development must comply with Section 1204: Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems of the International Fire Code;
M. All solar installations must comply with the applicable provisions of the National Electrical Code. (Ord. 1318, 2023)