[Ord. No. 747, 1-18-2022]
For the purposes of this Chapter, terms used for renewable energy
structures shall be defined as follows:
An active solar 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 systems that are contained within
roofing materials, windows, skylights, and awnings, PV shingles or
tiles, PV laminates, and PV glazing are all examples of BIPV.
The effect produced by light reflecting from a solar energy
system with an intensity sufficient to cause annoyance, discomfort,
or loss in visual performance and visibility.
A solar energy system that is not attached to a structure
and is affixed to the ground.
A solar energy system that converts sunlight into electrical
energy.
A solar energy system. affixed to the roof of either a principal
or accessory structure.
A structure designed for the purpose of collecting and transforming
solar energy into thermal or electrical energy. Solar energy systems
may include photovoltaic or solar thermal systems.
A solar energy system that uses sunlight to produce heat
that is used for space heating and cooling, domestic hot water, and
heating pool water.
[Ord. No. 747, 1-18-2022]
A.
Solar
energy systems are structures which shall be permitted on all residential
property.
B.
The
requirements of the City Code shall apply to all solar energy systems
installed or modified after the effective date of this Chapter on
all residential property.
C.
Any
upgrade, modification, or structural change that alters the size or
placement of an existing solar energy system shall comply with the
provisions of this Chapter.
[Ord. No. 747, 1-18-2022]
A.
The
following general requirements apply to all solar energy systems.
All solar energy systems shall:
1.
Comply with all minimum yard structure setback requirements;
2.
Be, placed in such a manner that glare will not be directed onto
nearby properties or adjacent streets; and
3.
Shall comply with all of the requirements of the St. Louis County
ordinances regarding the International Building Code, the National
Electrical Code and the National Fire Code, all applicable Fire District
code requirements and, in addition to permit requirements of the City
of Greendale, shall obtain any permit required by St. Louis County.
B.
Minimum
Requirements For Ground-Mounted Solar Energy Systems. All ground-mounted
solar energy systems shall:
1.
Be located in the rear yard of the residential property;
2.
Not exceed ten (10) feet in height as measured from the average grade
at the base of the structure to the highest point of the structure;
3.
Have all exterior electrical and/or plumbing lines connecting to
a principal or accessory structure be located underground; and
4.
Ground-mounted solar energy systems must be substantially screened
from public view (including adjacent properties and public rights-of-way)
by primary or accessory structure walls, substantial landscaping or
other architectural features or any combination thereof; provided,
however, based exclusively upon topographical circumstances, that
screening shall not be required to be so dense, so tall or so located
as to render the equipment essentially non-functional, but under all
circumstances the ground mounted solar energy systems must be substantially
screened from public view.
C.
Minimum
Requirements For Roof-Mounted Solar Energy Systems.
1.
All roof-mounted solar energy systems shall be mounted on a principal
or accessory building or structure.
2.
Mounting on sloped roofs:
a.
System shall not exceed the height of the existing roofline as illustrated
hereafter.
b.
System shall be mounted parallel to the roof, not to exceed twelve
(12) inches above the roofline to which it is affixed.
c.
System shall be positioned in a symmetrical fashion and centered
on the plane of the roof on which it is located.
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[Ord. No. 747, 1-18-2022]
A.
The
following information shall be submitted to the City of Greendale.
1.
A building permit application.
2.
Four (4) copies of a survey or site plan including building lines,
drawn to scale and including the following information:
a.
Location and size of the renewable energy structure, including the
height of the residential structure, the maximum height of the solar
system, and the height of all other structures located on the property;
b.
The location and type of landscaping and screening for proposed ground-mounted
solar energy systems;
c.
All existing and proposed easements/rights-of-way on the site;
d.
Specific structure setbacks in accordance with the structure setbacks
established in the governing zoning district; and
e.
Any other information as required by the City of Greendale or St.
Louis County.
[Ord. No. 747, 1-18-2022]
Upon submission of the information set out in Section 516.040, the Building Commissioner or other person appointed by the Mayor of the City of Greendale shall make a decision regarding approval or denial of the application for permit Said decision regarding the application of this Chapter may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment in accordance with procedures set out in this Code.
[Ord. No. 747, 1-18-2022]
A.
Solar
energy systems lawfully installed and operable on residential property
prior to the effective date of this Chapter of the City Code are exempt
from the requirements herein, unless:
