§ 4-8-1 DEFINITIONS.

   For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

   ELECTRONIC SUBMITTAL. The utilization of one or more of the following:

      1.   E-mail;

      2.   The internet; and

      3.   Facsimile.

   SMALL RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM. All of the following:

      1.   A solar energy system that is no larger than ten kilowatts alternating current nameplate rating or 30 kilowatts thermal;

      2.   A solar energy system that conforms to all applicable state fire, structural, electrical and other building codes as adopted or amended by the city and Cal. Civil Code § 714(c)(3), as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered or redesignated from time to time;

      3.   A solar energy system that is installed on a single- or duplex family dwelling; and

      4.   A solar panel or module array that does not exceed the maximum legal building height as defined by the city’s maximum legal building height.

   SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM. Has the same meaning set forth in Cal. Civil Code § 801.5(a)(1) and (a)(2), as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered or redesignated from time to time.

(Ord. 624, passed 10-20-2015)