Solar energy equipment standards (Sec. 1-29(5)-(6))

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• Front yardYardThe open space left between a building and its lot line — the space a setback creates. placement prohibitedProhibitedNot allowed in the district at all, short of rezoning or a variance.

  Placement in the front yard is prohibited.

• Maximum freestanding heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first.16 ft

  Freestanding solar energy equipment shall be limited to a height of sixteen (16) feet.

• Maximum roof panel heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first. above roof5 ft

  Solar panels may be located on any roof, irrespective of its relationship to the underlying district height limit, up to five (5) feet above the roof surface

• Minimum rear setbackSetbackThe distance a building must be held back from a lot line.15 ft

  Freestanding solar energy equipment shall have a minimum rear yard and side yard setback of fifteen (15) feet.

• Minimum side setbackSetbackThe distance a building must be held back from a lot line.15 ft

  Freestanding solar energy equipment shall have a minimum rear yard and side yard setback of fifteen (15) feet.

• Permitted in all districts

  Solar energy equipment shall be a permitted use in all zoning districts.

• Survey required for freestanding

  For freestanding solar energy equipment, a survey of the property showing the location of the structure on the property and all applicable setbacks will be required.