(A) Roof and wall mounted SES are a permitted use in all zoning districts and are subject to review and approval by the Zoning Administrator. Applicants shall submit an accurate sketch plan to the Zoning Administrator providing the location of the building, location of the SES, the height of the SES including a data sheet and installation instructions from the equipment manufacturer and other information as requested by the Zoning Administrator. The applicant shall provide information on the type of solar panel to be used and any hazardous chemicals contained in the solar panels and measures to prevent leakage.
(B) A roof mounted SES shall not project more than five feet above the highest point of the roof, and in any case, shall not exceed the maximum building height limitation for the zoning district in which it is located, and shall not project beyond the eaves of the roof.
(C) Each roof and wall mounted SES shall be securely and safely attached to a building or structure. Proof of the safety and reliability of the means of such attachment shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator prior to installation along with information that the roof is capable of supporting the equipment. Such proof shall be subject to the Zoning Administrator’s approval.
(D) Each wall-mounted SES shall not exceed the height of the building wall to which it is attached.
(E) Each wall-mounted SES shall not be mounted on a building wall that faces upon a public or private street.
(Ord. 2020-01 passed - -2020)