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solar energy

The town's unified development code permits both accessory and primary solar energy systems.

It permits rooftop and ground-mounted accessory solar energy systems by right on any residential property, subject to use-specific standards (§17-405.B.3.i). These standards address setbacks, approved components, and compliance with building and electrical codes (§17-558).

It permits primary use solar energy systems with a discretionary use permit in industrial and rural residential districts, subject to use-specific standards (§17-410). These standards address setbacks, height, visibility, installation and design, decommissioning, and compliance with building and electrical codes (§17-559).

Tiny Houses and Micro-Apartments

The town's unified development code permits tiny houses on foundations, subject to use-specific standards (§17-410). These standards address compliance with building codes or manufactured housing codes, foundations, utility connections, and compliance with district development standards (§17-565). It defines "tiny house" as a single-family detached home between 200 and 600 ft² (§17-200).