As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
GROUND-MOUNTED SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM
A solar energy system that is directly installed on solar
racking systems, which are attached to an anchor in the ground and
wired to connect to an adjacent home or building. Ground-mounted systems
may be appropriate when insufficient space, structural and shading
issues, or other restrictions prohibit rooftop solar.
SOLAR ENERGY FACILITY
An area of land or other area (e.g., parking lot canopy,
landfill, brownfield, etc.) used for a solar collection system principally
used to capture solar energy, convert it to electrical energy or thermal
power and supply electrical or thermal power primarily for off-site
use. Principal solar energy systems consist of one or more freestanding
ground- or roof-mounted solar collector devices, solar-related equipment
and other accessory structures and buildings, including light reflectors,
concentrators, and heat exchangers, substations, electrical infrastructure,
transmission lines and other appurtenant structures.
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM
An energy system that consists of one or more solar collection
devices, solar energy-related "balance of system" equipment, and other
associated infrastructure with the primary intention of generating
electricity, storing electricity, or otherwise converting solar energy
to a different form of energy.
SOLAR FARM OR GARDEN
A set of solar collection devices designed to capture sunlight
and convert it to electricity primarily for off-site consumption and
use; some electricity may be used by an on-site building or structure.
SOLAR PARKING CANOPY
A photovoltaic array that is suspended over an area designated
for another use, such as parking.
The fee structure shall be as adopted in Chapter
123 of the Code of the Township of Maplewood.