1299.05 PROCEDURE FOR REVIEW.

   (a)   In accordance with Section 1299.03, a wind energy system shall require a conditional use permit prior to installation or modification thereof except as otherwise set forth in this chapter. Additionally, the provisions of Sections 1286.02 and 1286.03 shall also apply.

      (1)   The issuance of a conditional use permit 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 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 wind energy system, foundations, guy wires and associated equipment.

            4.   Fall zone depicted as a radius around the center of the tower for a tower mounted wind energy system.

            5.   The right-of-way or future right-of-way according to the City Thoroughfare Plan of any public road that is contiguous with the property.

            6.   Two foot contours of the applicant's property and properties contiguous to the subject property.

            7.   All overhead utility lines.

            8.   The site plan must be prepared and stamped by a professional engineer or surveyor licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.

         B.   Wind energy system specifications, including manufacturer, model, rotor diameter in addition to tower height and tower type, if tower mounted, for small wind energy systems.

         C.   Documentation shall be provided regarding the notification of the intent with the utility regarding the applicant's installation of a wind energy system if the wind energy system will be connected to the power grid.

         D.   Tower foundation blueprints or drawings for tower mounted wind energy systems.

         E.   Tower blueprints or drawings for tower mounted wind energy systems.

         F.   Sound level analysis prepared by the wind energy system manufacturer or qualified engineer.

         G.   Electrical components in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that the manner of installation conforms to the National Electrical Code (typically provided by the manufacturer).

         H.   Evidence of compliance or non-applicability with Federal Aviation Administration requirements.

         I.   Compliance with all development standards as outlined in Section 1299.04.

(Ord. 2014-27. Passed 8-5-14.)