(A) Solar equipment shall only be an accessory use in residential and business zoning districts. Solar panels are a use permitted by right at any residential or non-residential building. In non-residential districts, solar equipment, other than solar panels, may be located on the roof in compliance with all requirements of this code.
(B) An application for a solar energy system shall be approved in compliance with the standards and criteria of this subchapter and shall include:
(1) A narrative describing the proposed solar energy system, including the approximate generating capacity of the project and the number, manufacturer, and model of the solar panels to be installed, their individual generating capacity, and a description of ancillary systems.
(2) A site plan to scale of the subject property showing the planned location of the solar panels, setback lines, proposed and existing ancillary equipment buildings, and structures. Elevation views are required for all roof mounted applications.
(3) Certificates of design compliance obtained by the equipment manufacturers from Underwriters Laboratories and other similar ce1tifying organizations to evidence that the design of the solar energy system conforms to applicable industry standards, including those of the American National Standards Institute.
(4) If the system is to interconnect to a local utility grid the operator or owner shall provide evidence that the local public electric utility company has been informed of the customer's intent to install an interconnected customer-owned generator. A copy of the power purchase agreement along with the inter-connectivity Agreement shall be provided.
(5) Provide manufacturer's literature for all systems showing compliance for design and structural requirements of stale codes or provide design and structural certification. All panels on residential roofs shall be placed parallel to the roof slope. All panels on non-residential roofs shall provide this information regardless of slope.
(6) A description of emergency and normal shutdown procedures and location of electrical disconnection switch to Village Building and Fire Departments. Placement of disconnect switch shall be mounted at the same elevation, and within 24 inches of primary line power meter unless further directed by the Building Department. Provide placard, as directed by Building Department, denoting location of disconnect switch within 24 inches of disconnect switch. The system hardware should be located in the rear yard, but at no time should this be located in the front yard.
(Ord. O-3-22, passed 2-28-2022)