(a) Height. The height of ground mounted solar energy systems shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet in height. The height of roof mounted systems on the principal building shall not extend more than three (3) feet above the finished roof to which it is mounted. In no instance shall any part of the system extend beyond the edge of the roof.
(b) Location. Ground mounted solar energy systems are prohibited in front yards, and shall not extend beyond the front wall of the principal building.
(c) Lot Coverage. No more than ten (10) percent of a lot may be covered with ground mounted solar energy systems, measured as the area of the face of the solar panels, and total lot coverage must not exceed the maximum permitted within that zoning district. Every effort should be made to control storm water runoff.
(d) Setbacks. Ground mounted systems shall be setback from any side or rear property line not less than one (1) foot for every one (1) foot in height.
(e) Utility Lines. All exterior utility lines for ground mounted solar energy systems shall meet all applicable building and electric codes.
(f) Screening. Ground mounted solar energy systems must be adequately screened from view of any adjacent residential property by appropriate vegetative screening or solid fencing.
(g) Glare. Solar panels shall be placed such that reflection angles from collector surfaces shall be oriented away from neighboring windows and roadways.
(Ord. 2010-10. Passed 4-20-10.)