(A) No solar energy system shall be erected anywhere within the city without first making application for and obtaining a permit and approval by the city. A conditional use permit is required for all solar energy systems as noted in this section.
(1) All applications for a solar energy system shall be accompanied by a detailed site plan drawn to scale and dimensioned, displaying the following information: location and dimension or property lines; setback dimensions from the solar energy system to property lines and all buildings on the property; height, dimensions and location of the system; and proposed screening.
(2) When the Zoning Administrator determines that a site plan drawing is not sufficient, a Certificate of Survey will be required showing the required site plan drawing information.
(3) Applicant shall provide documentation on the specifications of the solar energy system.
(4) The conditional use permit shall be contingent on submission of an interconnection agreement with the local electric utility company or a written explanation outlining why an interconnection agreement is not necessary.
(B) A building permit shall be obtained for any solar energy system prior to installation.
(C) The solar energy system shall be certified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and comply with the requirements of the International Building Codes and Minnesota State Building Codes.
(Ord. 457, passed 10-16-2018)