May be installed on a principal or accessory structure (building-mounted) on all agricultural, commercial, and industrial zoning districts when meeting the following requirements:

1.   Shall incorporate a low-profile design.

2.   Shall be secured from climbing and unauthorized access.

3.   Lattice or guyed towers shall not be utilized. Tower and exposed system components shall be non-reflective white, gray, or a similar neutral color as approved by the Building and Zoning Enforcement Officer.

4.   Shall display no unlawful signs.

5.   Applicant shall provide notice to the local electric utility company and submit a copy of an approved net metering agreement to the City prior to obtaining a building permit.

6.   Each lot shall be allowed one system with a single operating turbine, regardless of mounting or installation type. Multiple turbine systems may be allowed with approval of a Special Use Permit where an applicant demonstrates that the installations will integrate into the architectural design of the building or site and will minimize visual and nuisance impacts to adjoining properties.

7.   Shall not exceed noise standards of 60 dBA, measured at the property line.

8.   A Special Use Permit shall be required. Application documents shall include elevation drawings and also façade renderings which accurately depict the proposed installation as viewed from street level from all directions.

9.   Any wind energy system which is inoperable or abandoned for a period of 12 consecutive months must be repaired or removed within 90 days following notice from the Building and Zoning Enforcement Officer.