Solar energy conversion systems shall be allowed as an Accessory Use in any zoning district under these conditions:
(A) In residential zoning districts:
(1) Devices which are attached to a Principal or Accessory structure shall be constructed so as to appear integral to the structure. That is, flat against a wall, flat against a sloped roof or mounted at an angle on a flat roof. Solar devices on a flat roof must be set back so they are not visible from the public street. Solar equipment shall be consistent with the setback and height requirements of the principal or accessory structure on which they are located.
(2) Freestanding devices are allowed in residential zoning districts provided they do not exceed a 100 square foot footprint, do not exceed 12 feet in height, and are screened visually from adjacent properties by a fence or plantings not less than 75% opaque. Such devices shall conform to accessory structure setback requirements.
(B) In Commercial or Industrial zoning districts, solar devices may be mounted on a wall, a roof or on the ground. Setbacks normally applied to Accessory structures apply.
(Ord. 1040, passed 1-5-16; Am. Ord. 1078, passed 7-21-20)