1151.04 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS.

   In addition to the application requirements set forth in Section 1107.04, an application for a solar energy system shall include:

      (a)    The manufacturer's specifications.

     (b)    Complete architectural and engineering drawings, adequately scaled and dimensioned depicting the location, installation, mounting, anchorage details, appearance on the building and details for wiring and connections, and battery storage system details.

      (c)    Details for battery storage systems regarding:

      (1)   Location of equipment

      (2)   Ventilation

      (3)   Containment

      (4)   Supporting structures for batteries and equipment

      (5)   Electrical system, devices and wiring

      (d)    Evidence that the proposed system has been reviewed by the City of Highland Heights Fire Department and its findings and recommendations are submitted with the application.

   (e)    Verification that the installer has the necessary professional training, North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) certification and licensure as may be required for the installation of solar energy systems.

   (f)    Certification by a licensed structural engineer that the roof of the building is designed to handle all structural loads including those imposed by the proposed solar panel system.

   (g)    Evidence that the local public electric utility company approves the applicant's intent to install an interconnected customer-owned system if the proposed system is to interconnect to a local utility grid.

   (h)    A description of the location and type of any required screening.

      (i)    A description of emergency and normal shutdown procedures and location of electrical disconnection switch.

      (j)    Payment of the fee as required by Chapter 1311 of the Building Code.

      (Ord. 32-2021. Passed 12-14-21.)