In addition to the information required elsewhere, applications shall include the following information.
(A) Approved wind turbines.
(1) Residential wind turbines must be approved under an emerging technology program, IEC, or any other small wind certification program recognized by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) or the U.S. Department of Energy.
(2) Non-certified residential wind turbines must submit a description of the safety features of the turbine prepared by a registered mechanical engineer.
(B) Compliance with Uniform Building Code. Land use permit applications for residential wind systems shall be accompanied by standard drawings of the wind turbine structure, including the tower, base, and footings. An engineering analysis of the tower showing compliance with the Uniform Building Code and certified by a licensed professional engineer shall also be submitted. This analysis is frequently supplied by the manufacturer. Wet stamps shall not be required.
(C) Compliance with FAA regulations. Residential wind energy systems must comply with applicable FAA regulations, including any necessary approvals for installations close to airports.
(D) Compliance with National Electric Code. Land use permit applications for residential wind energy systems shall be accompanied by a line drawing of the electrical components in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that the manner of the installation conforms to the National Electrical Code. This information is frequently supplied by the manufacturer.
(E) Utility notification.
(1) No residential wind energy system shall be installed until evidence has been given that the utility company has been informed of the customer’s intent to install an interconnected customer-owned generator.
(2) Off-grid systems shall be exempt from this requirement.
(Ord. passed 4-10-2017) Penalty, see § 150.999