§ 255-261. Use regulations.

   A.   Alternative energy systems as described in this article are permitted in all zoning districts as an accessory use to a permitted principal use subject to the standards for accessory uses in the applicable zoning district and the specific criteria set forth in this article.

   B.   Alternative energy facilities as described in this article are permitted in specified zoning districts as a principal use subject to the standards of the applicable zoning district and the specific criteria set forth in this article.

   C.   Where general standards of the applicable zoning district and the specific criteria set forth in this article overlap or conflict, the specific criteria of this article shall supersede the general standards.

   D.   An alternative energy system shall provide on-site power or energy for the principal use and/or another accessory use on the same lot , parcel, or unit on which the alternative energy system is located and shall not be primarily used to convert energy for commercial or other off-site transfer or use , although this provision shall not be interpreted to prohibit the sale of electricity generated in excess of on-site requirements under an interconnection agreement , net metering agreement , or power purchase agreement .