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Our efforts to support solar-ready businesses and homes is part of a broader strategy to support new thinking when it comes to development. This is just one initiative of many our city has undertaken to become a regional leader as our community continues to grow.”Community Development Director Jim Cadoret
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
Created a streamlined process to approve certain solar permit applications over the counter
Program Highlights
Eliminated excess inspections and consolidated inspection trips for solar PV
Developed Solar Ready Construction Guidelines for developers to enable lower cost installation of future solar installations on buildings within the permitting office and online
Shared an interactive solar map of the community – MARC’s KC Metro Solar Map – on the community’s webpage