(a) In accordance with Section 1272.06 - Administrative Procedures; Zoning Certificates, a solar energy system shall be subject to receiving a zoning certificate prior to installation or modification thereof.
(1) The issuance of a zoning certificate shall comply with the following requirements:
A. Site plan review. A site plan shall be submitted for review. The following items shall be the minimum requirements for a complete application. The need of outside assistance in order to fully review the proposed solar energy system, as determined by the City, shall come at the applicant's own expense. The site plan shall include the following:
1. Property lines and physical dimensions of the applicant's property.
2. Location, dimensions and types of existing structures on the property.
3. Location of the proposed solar energy system.
4. The right-of-way or future right-of-way according to the City Engineer and the City Thoroughfare Plan of any public road that is contiguous with the property.
5. Two foot contours of the applicant's property and properties contiguous to the subject property.
6. All overhead utility lines.
7. The site plan must be prepared and stamped by a professional engineer or surveyor licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.
B. Solar energy system specifications, including manufacturer, model, number of solar panels and mounting equipment.
C. Documentation shall be provided regarding the notification with the utility of intent regarding the applicant's installation of a solar energy system if the solar energy system will be connected to the power grid.
D. Electrical components in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that the manner of installation conforms to the National Electric Code (typically provided by the manufacturer).
E. Foundation blueprints for ground mounted solar energy systems.
F. Evidence of compliance or non-applicability with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations.
G. Compliance with all requirements of the zoning district in which the solar energy system will be located.
(b) Building Permit. A building permit must be obtained from the City.
(Ord. 2014-27. Passed 8-5-14; Ord. 2018-26. Passed 12-4-18.)