1165.05 WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEMS FOR RESIDENTIAL USE; REQUIREMENTS.
   (a)   Minimum individual lot size is one acre.
   (b)   The WECS must generate less than 50 Kilowatts.
   (c)   The tower with rotor blade extended vertically must be less than 100 feet tall.
   (d)   The sound level generated must be less than 30 dB(A), measured at the property line.
   (e)   The WECS must be constructed of non-reflective materials.
   (f)   Retractable or removable steps or ladder must be used from the ground level up to eight feet. All ground-mounted electrical and control equipment shall be labeled and secured to prevent unauthorized access.
   (g)   All electrical conduits shall be placed underground.
   (h)   Any turbine shall be located not less than the 1.1 times the total height from road right-of- way or on adjoining property lines.
   (i)   A siting approval application must be completed to determine if the WECS falls under the requirements for the residential category.
   (j)   A check in the amount of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be submitted with the application.
(Ord. 1636. Passed 4-19-10.)