(a)

Solar energy generating systems permitted by special exception. In addition to the submission requirements of site plan review, an application for a solar energy generating systems permitted as a special exception shall contain the following information:

(1)

All solar energy generating systems permitted by special exception shall be subject to the special exception and site plan review procedures specified in article XVI, divisions 2 and 3 of this chapter.

(2)

A narrative describing the proposed solar energy generating system, including an overview of the project; the project location; the total rated capacity of the solar energy system; dimensions of all components and respective manufacturers; and a description of associated facilities and how the system and associated facilities comply with the standards of this article.

(3)

An accurate scaled site plan of the subject property showing the planned location of the proposed solar energy generating system and all associated facilities; property lines, adjoining streets and access; topographic contour lines; existing and proposed buildings; fencing; structures; potential shade from nearby trees and structures; vegetation; driveways, parking and curb cuts on the subject property; specifications for all proposed electrical cabling/transmission lines, accessor equipment and landscaping, including the tallest finished height of the solar collectors and name, address, phone number and signature of the project proponent, as well as co-proponents or property owners, if any, the names, contact information and signature of any agents representing the project proponent. The site plan shall show any proposed off-site modifications to provide grid connections, access the installation, or to maintain the proposed solar energy system.

(4)

Information on any connections to the grid including evidence of meeting the local electric utility's transmission and distribution interconnection requirements (this may be a condition of approval if a copy of the application for interconnection with the electric utility provider is submitted).

(5)

Documentation that the solar generation equipment has been approved under the UL certification program and that the system complies with all applicable local, state and federal codes/regulations with the standards regarding signal interference. Electrical component and connection information shall be in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that it meets state electrical codes.

(6)

All parcels within a two-nautical-mile radius of the Auburn Lewiston Municipal Airport, as measured based on the runway centerline closest to the location in question, shall submit a solar glare hazard analysis tool (SGHAT) report, outlining solar panel glare and ocular impacts, for each point of measurement approved by the airport manager at the time of application to the planning board.

(Ord. No. 02-02242020, 3-2-2020)