(A) An applicant for a building permit to construct a small wind energy system or a commercial wind energy system (as defined in Ch. 8.06 of this Code) shall include with the materials submitted with the application.
(1) A scaled map with the location of the small wind energy system, its distances from parcel lines, adjacent structures, and existing residences, schools, churches, as well as historical or heritage sites, wetlands, or important bird areas.
(2) Proof that the turbine to be constructed as a component of the small wind energy system has been approved by the Small Wind Certification Program recognized by the American Wind Energy Association or other accredited organizations such as the Small Wind Certification Council, National Wind Technology Certification Center, or the U.S. Department of Energy, National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
(3) Standard drawings and an engineering analysis of the small wind energy system stamped by an engineer licensed for such work which depict and describe:
(a) Wind turbine structure, tower structure, base, footings, and access, including safety and stability data; and
(b) A line drawing of electrical components in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that the proposed manner of installation conforms to the National Electrical Code.
(4) A certification from the Department of Planning that:
(a) Notice of the application has been mailed to all landowners of record within 500 feet of the proposed small wind energy system location; and
(b) The proposed location and height conforms with the requirements of § 8.12.170(Q).
(B) If an engineering analysis is provided by the system or turbine manufacturer, an engineering stamp is not required.
(Ord. 2008-23, passed 1-13-09)