(A) Permitted use. Outdoor generators adhering to the following performance and design standards of this section are permitted uses in all zoning districts.
(B) Performance and design standards.
(1) Outdoor generators shall be used for backup or emergency purposes only and shall not run continuously except during utility outages.
(2) All outdoor generators shall be located in the rear or side yard only and shall meet all accessory use/accessory building requirements of § 153.043, General Yard Requirements.
(3) No more than one outdoor generator shall be permitted per single-family dwelling and shall not exceed a faceplate rating of 20 kW. No more than two shall be permitted for multi-family dwelling and non-residential buildings.
(4) Outdoor generators shall be considered as an accessory use and shall meet all accessory use/accessory building requirements of § 153.043, General Yard Requirements.
(5) Outdoor generators shall be installed at grade and in accordance with manufacturer standards.
(6) All outdoor generators shall have grid failure disconnect systems and shall adhere to R.C. § 4928.67 and UL 1741, Standard for Utility-Interactive Applications.
(Ord. 05-2011, passed 5-2-11; Am. Ord. 09-2022, passed 12-5-22)