Inyo County | SolSmart

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The Solar Foundation

Through actions such as our expedited permitting process and our award-winning Renewable Energy General Plan Amendment, Inyo County is proud to be a leader in solar planning and is committed to making solar development as easy as possible for our citizens." Cathreen Richards, Inyo County Planning Director

SolSmart Criteria
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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
Created Solar Energy Development Areas (SEDA) to encourage and incentivize solar PV development
Created a solar-specific landing page on the community’s website, to educate community members about solar PV
Installed solar PV on local facilities

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Inyo County CA

Designation Level: SolSmart Bronze

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Inyo County CA

Designation Level: SolSmart Bronze

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Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Case Study