Hartford | SolSmart

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We were excited that Hartford was only one of only fourteen initial municipalities to receive a Gold Designation from the SolSmart program. A SolSmart designation indicates that our community is available for business in solar, which attracts solar industry investment and generates economic development and local jobs." Mayor Luke Bronin

SolSmart Criteria
Program Highlights

SolSmart Criteria

Created an online permitting checklist, increasing transparency for community members and solar installers
Reviewed local zoning codes and identified restrictions that intentionally or unintentionally prohibit solar PV development
Allowed solar by-right accessory use in all zones (so solar installations don’t require special permits or hearings)
Cross-trained both inspection and permitting staff on solar PV
Provided a streamlined permitting pathway for small PV systems

Program Highlights

Created an active energy task force
Developed solar-ready construction guidelines
Adopted a standard solar permit form

Hartford CT

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

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Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

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Program Highlights