For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BUILDING-INTEGRATED SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS. A solar energy system that is an integral part of a principal or accessory building, rather than a separate mechanical device, replacing or substituting for an architectural or structural component of the building. BUILDING-INTEGRATED SYSTEMS include, but are not limited to, photovoltaic or hot water solar energy systems contained within roofing materials, windows, skylights, and awnings.
CITY. The City of Wetumka and any subsidiary or public trust formed for its benefit.
GRID-INTERTIE SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM. A photovoltaic solar energy system that is connected to an electric circuit served by an electric utility company.
GROUND-MOUNTED. A solar energy system mounted on a rack or pole that rests or is attached to the ground. GROUND-MOUNTED systems can be either accessory or principal uses.
OFF-GRID SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM. A photovoltaic solar energy system in which the circuits energized by the solar energy system are not electrically connected in any way to electric circuits that are served by an electric utility company.
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM. A solar energy system that converts solar energy directly into electricity.
ROOF-MOUNTED. A solar energy system mounted on a rack that is fastened to or ballasted on a structure roof. ROOF-MOUNTED systems are accessory to the principal use.
SOLAR CARPORT. A solar energy system installed on a carport structure that is accessory to a parking area and may include electric vehicle supply equipment or energy storage facilities for use in electric vehicle charging.
SOLAR COLLECTOR. A device, structure, or a part of a device or structure for which the primary purpose is to transform solar radiant energy into thermal, mechanical, chemical, or electrical energy. The COLLECTOR does not include frames, supports, or mounting hardware.
SOLAR ENERGY. Radiant energy received from the sun that can be collected in the form of heat or light by a solar collector.
SOLAR ENERGY EASEMENT. An easement consistent with ILCS 725 1.2(f) that limits the height or location, or both, of permissible development on the burdened land in terms of a structure or vegetation, or both, for the purpose of providing access to sunlight for the burdened land.
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM. A device, array of devices, or structural design feature, with the purpose of providing generation or storage of electricity from sunlight; the collection, storage, and distribution of solar energy for space heating or cooling; daylight for interior lighting; or water heating.
SOLAR HOT AIR SYSTEM. A solar energy system that includes a solar collector to provide direct supplemental space heating by heating and re-circulating conditioned building air.
SOLAR HOT WATER SYSTEM. A system that includes a solar collector and a heat exchanger that heats or preheats water for building heating systems or other hot water needs, including residential domestic hot water and hot water for commercial processes.
SOLAR MOUNTING DEVICES. Racking, frames, or other devices that allow the mounting of a solar collector onto a roof surface or the ground.
(Ord. 2024-4, passed 4-8-2024)