17.52.290

A WECS shall have a non-reflective finish and shall be painted or otherwise treated to match or blend with the primary background.

The height of WECS shall not exceed the maximum permitted height within the applicable zone. This provision may be modified by the Commission if strict compliance would result in no or poor productivity.

WECS shall comply with Chapter 8.20.

Any WECS that is not operated for a continuous period of six months shall be considered abandoned. A WECS and all equipment associated with an approved WECS shall be removed within six months of the discontinuance of the use.

The owner of any WECS shall provide, as part of the permit application submittal, proof of liability insurance that specifically addresses the installation, use, and maintenance of the WECS.

A private, noncommercial WECS shall be located in the rear portion of the property (i.e., between the primary structure and rear property line).

A private, noncommercial WECS may be net-metered with written authorization provided by the utility company.

The WECS shall be separated from adjoining properties by at least a six-foot-high solid fence or wall, or by trees and landscaping of equal minimum height approved by the Commission.

WECS shall be secured from access to the general public by fencing or other deterring device or means as the Town may approve or require so the WECS is not an attractive nuisance. WECS shall either have tower climbing apparatus located not closer than 12 feet to the ground or be un-climbable by design for the first 12 feet.

All wiring or any associated and ancillary equipment, batteries, devices, structures, or supports for any WECS, shall be placed underground whenever possible.

A WECS shall maintain the same minimum setbacks required for a primary structure within the applicable zone.