A building permit must be obtained from the City prior to the installation or modification of any solar panel or solar collection system. The permit application shall include and comply with the following requirements:
(a) A site plan shall be submitted for review of all solar panel or solar collection systems. The following items shall be the minimum requirements to be considered a complete application and shall include the following:
(1) Property lines and physical dimensions of the applicant's property.
(2) Location, dimensions and types of existing structures on the subject property and on properties directly contiguous to the subject property.
(3) Location of the proposed solar panel or solar collection system and associated equipment, including to-scale horizontal and vertical elevation drawings.
(b) System specifications, including manufacturer, model, and kilowatt size.
(c) Documentation shall be provided regarding the notification of the intent with the utility regarding the applicant's installation if the system will be connected to the power grid.
(d) Electrical components in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that the manner of installation conforms to the National Electrical Code (typically provided by the manufacturer).
(Ord. 23-007. Passed 5-8-23.)