CSESs shall adhere to the development standards of the underlying zoning district, unless specified otherwise below.
(A) Setbacks. Minimum setback of 75 feet from all rights-of-way, and side and rear property lines, for all equipment associated with the CSES.
(B) Buffer zones. Minimum setback of 300 feet from the foundation of any existing residence or principal structure to any SES structure.
(C) Height. No solar panel may exceed 35 feet in height at its highest point.
(D) Lighting. Lighting shall be limited to that required for safety, inspection, repair, maintenance, and operational purposes. If lighting is provided, lighting shall be shielded and downcast such that the light does not spill onto any adjacent parcel, residence, or principal structure.
(E) Glare. The CSES shall be designed and located in order to prevent glare toward any inhabited buildings, adjacent highways, or rights-of-way.
(F) Fencing. All systems, equipment, panels, and structures shall be fully enclosed and secured by a fence with a minimum height of eight feet to prevent unauthorized access.
(G) Screening. In all instances that a CSES adjoins property with a residential dwelling, or is located across a public road from a residential dwelling, screening shall be installed to inhibit view of the facility consisting of an opaque fencing, a compact evergreen hedge, or other type of evergreen foliage.
(H) Noise. Noise levels measured at the property line of the facility shall not exceed 55 decibels.
(I) Outdoor storage. Only the outdoor storage of materials, vehicles, and equipment that directly support the operation and maintenance of the facility shall be allowed.
(J) Easements. Components of the CSES shall not be placed within any legal easement or right-of-way, or be placed within any stormwater conveyance system, or in any other manner that would alter or impede stormwater runoff from collecting in a constructed stormwater conveyance system.
(K) Underground wiring. All underground wiring required for operation shall be encased in a conduit.
(L) Floodplains. No CSES solar projects shall be constructed in a floodplain.
(Ord. 2021-11, passed 8-17-2021)