The purpose of this article is to adopt an expedited, streamlined
solar permitting process that complies with
Government Code Section
65850.5, to achieve timely and cost-effective installations of small
residential rooftop solar energy systems. The article encourages the
use of solar systems by establishing prescriptive guidelines, minimizing
costs to property owners and the City of Davis, and expanding the
ability of property owners to install solar energy systems.
(Ord. 2459 § 1, 2015)
For purposes of this article, the terms "solar energy system,"
"small residential rooftop solar energy system," and "electronic submittal"
shall have the same meaning as set forth in
Government Code Section
65850.5.
(Ord. 2459 § 1, 2015)
All fees prescribed by the city for permitting small residential
solar energy systems shall be adopted by the city council and shall
comply with
Government Code Sections 65850.55, 66015 and 66016 and
Health and Safety Code Section 17951.
(Ord. 2459 § 1, 2015)