Bethany Beach DE Solar Zoning

Permits the use of solar energy systems in all districts subject to minimal regulations.

Hartford CT Renewable Energy Zoning

Hartford permits building-mounted solar and roof-mounted wind energy systems as an accessory structure by right within all jurisdictions, subject to use-specific regulations.

Stoughton WI Renewable Zoning

In 2018, Stoughton WI enacted a local ordinance that allows solar and wind energy production, by-right, in every zoning district. The systems must comply with district-level regulations, including height and setback.

Bedford NY’s Solar Zoning Provisions

Allows solar energy collectors by-right in all districts, and exempts solar energy collectors from height standards.

National City CA’s Solar Zoning Zoning for Historic Buildings

Provides that solar panels should be installed in locations that are not visible from a public way, run parallel to the original roofline, set back to minimize visibility, and should be of similar color to the roof.

Newberry, FL Solar Zoning in Historic Districts

Provides that land development regulation administrator may issue a certificate of appropriateness for the installation of solar panels. Solar panels must not damage character-defining features, and must be located on an addition to building.

Breckenridge, CO Solar Zoning for Historic Districts

Allowing for the installation of solar panels only where it will not be detrimental to the character of the historic building; requiring solar panels to be installed in a way so as not to be visible from a public street.

Houston’s Solar Zoning in Historic Districts

Permits construction of solar panels in historic districts on the front part of the roof upon the grant of a certificate of appropriateness. On the rear part of the roof no certificate is needed.

Washington’s Clean Buildings Act (2019)

Requires the State Commerce Department to set a state energy performance standard target for each building type by 2020, and develop “conditional compliance methods" to meet them.