Areas storing hazardous substances must be designed to prevent spills and discharges to the air, surface of the ground, stormwater system, groundwater, lakes, streams, rivers, or wetlands.

Secondary containment for aboveground areas where hazardous substances are stored or used shall be provided. Secondary containment shall be sufficient to store the substance for the maximum anticipated time necessary for the recovery of any released substance.

General purpose floor drains shall be allowed only if they are authorized to be connected to a public sewer system, an on-site holding tank, or a system authorized through a state groundwater discharge permit.

State and federal requirements for storage, spill prevention, recordkeeping, emergency response, transport and disposal of hazardous substances shall be met. No discharge shall be allowed without required permits and approvals.

No use shall generate any ground-transmitted vibration in excess of the limits set forth in Table 14.02.D-1. Vibration shall be measured at the nearest adjacent lot line.

The instrument used to measure vibrations shall be a three-compartment measuring system capable of simultaneous measurement of vibration in three mutually perpendicular directions.

The vibration maximums set forth by Table 14.02.D-1 are stated in terms of particle velocity, which may be measured directly with suitable instrumentation or computed on the basis of displacement and frequency. When computed, the following formula shall be used:

The following is the table of maximum ground-transmitted vibration:

The values stated in Table 14.02.D-1 may be multiplied by two for impact vibrations, i.e. noncyclic vibration pulsations not exceeding one second in duration and having a pause of at least two seconds between pulses.

Vibrations resulting from temporary construction activity shall be exempt from the requirements of this section.

Smoke and air contaminants. It shall be unlawful for any person to permit the emission of any smoke or air contaminant from any source whatsoever to a density greater than that permitted by applicable federal and state clean air standards. There shall not be discharged from any source whatsoever such quantities of air contaminants or other material which cause injury, detriment, or nuisance to the public; or which endanger comfort, repose, health, or safety of persons; or which cause injury or damage to business or property.

Odors. Any condition or operation which results in the creation of odors of such intensity and character as to be detrimental to the health and welfare of the public or which interferes unreasonably with the comfort of the public shall be removed, stopped, or so modified as to remove the odor.

Gases. The escape or emission of any gas that is injurious, destructive, or harmful to persons or property, or explosive, shall be unlawful and shall be abated.

General requirements. No use, operation or activity shall be carried on that causes or creates measurable noise levels that are unreasonably loud or that unreasonably interfere with the peace and comfort of others, or that exceed the maximum noise level limits prescribed in Table 14.02.G-1 as measured at any point on property adjacent or in close proximity to the lot, parcel, or other property on which the operation or activity is located.

Methods and units of measurement.

Table of Maximum Noise Levels. Except as otherwise provided in this section, noise levels shall not exceed the limits set forth in the following Table 14.02G-1:

Background noise. Where existing background noise exceeds the maximum permitted levels specified in Table 14.02.G-1, the noise caused or created by a specific operation or activity may exceed the levels specified in the table, provided that the sound level on property adjacent or in close proximity to the lot or parcel on which the operation or activity is located does not exceed the background noise level. For purposes of this subsection, "background noise" shall mean noise being produced by permitted uses conducted in a legally accepted manner from all sources other than those occurring on the lot or parcel on which the operation or activity is located. Background noise levels shall be determined by measurement at substantially the same time and location as the noise levels caused or created by the complained of operation or activity.

Intermittent or other unreasonable sounds. Intermittent sounds or sounds characterized by pure tones might be a source of complaints, even though the measured sound level does not exceed the permitted level in Table 14.02.G-1. Such sounds shall be prohibited when found to be unreasonably loud or to unreasonably interfere with the peace and comfort of others. In making such determination, the following shall be considered:

Exemptions. Noise resulting from the following activities shall be exempt from the maximum permitted sound levels, provided that such activity occurs in a legally accepted manner:

Required standards and findings set forth in Article X shall be met.

All operations and structures shall be surrounded on all sides by setbacks as follows:

Landscape buffering in accordance with § 40-13.02 shall be placed to minimize the appearance of the installation and to help confine the odors therein.

The point of discharge of a community wastewater utility system shall be located a minimum of:

In any zoning district, none of the following natural features shall be obstructed, removed, altered, transformed or otherwise impacted in any way at any time by any person except as provided in Article IX of this chapter:

Such person shall submit to the Township Planning Commission a site plan and the information described in Subsections C and D below. Any such alterations shall be made in conformance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

Site inventory map clearly showing locations and types of natural features both on-site and those within 100 feet beyond the property lines. The drawing shall delineate:

Written description that illustrates the quality, character and health of the natural features.

In addition to the natural features impact statement, the applicant shall provide a natural features protection plan as part of the preliminary site plan review process, showing:

See § 40-14.08D regarding security for heritage trees to be retained.

Construction.

Deposit of any material, including structures.

Removal of any soils or minerals.

Clearing of any native vegetation.

Dredging, filling or land balancing.

Constructing or undertaking seasonal or permanent operations.

A twenty-five-foot nondisturbance setback from the boundary or edge of a protected wetland.

A twenty-five-foot nondisturbance setback from the ordinary high-water mark of a watercourse.

In addition, no building or construction shall occur within the greater of:

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has identified flood hazard areas in Pittsfield Charter Township. It is the purpose of this section to reduce hazards to persons and damage to property in such areas and to comply with the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, and subsequent regulations enacted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

This section is designed to achieve the following purposes:

All designated flood hazard areas shall be subject to the provisions of this section. The Flood Boundary and Floodway Map and the flood profiles which are contained in the Flood Insurance Study and the Flood Insurance Rate Maps, dated May 15, 1991, or any updated Flood Insurance Rate Map, are hereby made part of this chapter.

The general location of the designated flood hazard areas shall be shown on the Official Zoning Map but shall be shown only for the purpose of providing information. The precise location of floodway and flood hazard areas shall be determined from information as particularly specified on the Flood Boundary and Floodway Map, together with the flood profiles contained in the Flood Insurance Study, and by site surveys, and other base flood elevation data available from a federal, state or other source, where applicable.

The requirements of this section overlay existing zoning districts. Compliance with the provisions of this section shall be in addition to compliance with the provisions of this chapter. Conflicts among provisions of this chapter or with provision of any other ordinance shall be resolved in favor of the more stringent requirement.

No certificate of zoning compliance and no building permit shall be issued for any lot, use or structure subject, in whole or in part, to the provisions of this section until all provisions of this section, the underlying zoning district, and other applicable provision of this chapter have been met. The Zoning Administrator shall have the authority to determine whether a lot, use, or structure is subject to this section.

Elevation of the lowest habitable floor, including basement, of all structures. The elevation shall be referenced to USGS data.

If a structure is to be floodproofed, the elevation to which floodproofing will be utilized shall be indicated. The elevation shall be referenced to USGS data. In such case, a certificate of a professional engineer or architect registered in the State of Michigan shall be submitted indicating therein that the floodproofing criteria of this section will be met.

A description of alteration or relocation of any watercourse.

Proof of floodplain permit approval or letter of no authority from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, under the provisions of Part 31, Water Resources Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (formerly PA 245 of 1929, as amended).

Base flood elevation data for any lot subject to the Subdivision Control Act (MCL 560.101 et seq).

Additional information reasonably necessary to determine compliance with this section.

All new construction and substantial improvements, including the placement of, or addition to or expansion of prefabricated structures and mobile homes, shall be designed and anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure; shall be constructed with materials and utility equipment resistant to flood damage; and shall be constructed by methods and practices that minimize flood damage to the smallest reasonable extents.

New and replacement water supply systems shall reduce to the smallest reasonable extent infiltration of floodwaters into the systems.

New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall reduce to the smallest reasonable extent infiltration of floodwaters into the systems, and discharges from the system into floodwaters. On-site disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to the system or contamination from the system during flooding.

Public utilities and facilities shall be designed, constructed, and located to reduce flood damage to such utilities and facilities to the smallest reasonable extent.

Adequate drainage shall be provided to reduce exposure to flood hazards. Positive drainage away from all structures shall be provided.

A watercourse within a designated flood hazard area shall not be relocated until approval has been obtained from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner, and Pittsfield Township, whichever has jurisdiction. Evidence of the approval shall be submitted by the person relocating the watercourse to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

All buildings or structures shall be elevated so that the lowest floor is located at or above the base flood elevation. All basement floor surfaces shall be located at or above the base flood elevation.

Exceptions shall be permitted in accordance with applicable provisions of the currently adopted version of the BOCA Code, as amended.

Encroachments, including fill, new construction, substantial improvements, and other development, shall be prohibited in a floodway. Exceptions to this standard shall be made only upon certification by a professional engineer registered in the State of Michigan, or by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality in cases in which the Department has jurisdiction, that the encroachment or other development will not result in any increase in flood levels during the discharge of base flood, and that the encroachment or other discharge complies with Part 31, Water Resources Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended.

The uses and structures permitted in an underlying district shall not be permitted within a floodway, unless an exception is obtained as provided in Subsection F(1) preceding.

Construction within a floodway shall be done with the least amount of disturbance to the existing vegetation.

Diseased, weak, windblown, and disfigured trees.

Trees that may be within an area designated specifically for buildings, structures, streets and driveways.

If any living tree other than as specified above is proposed to be removed by any person, such person shall submit to the Planning Commission a site plan and required data, exhibits, and information as required in Article IX of this chapter.

Tree trimming and removal necessary to the operation of essential service facilities of a municipal or other governmental department or agency or public utility franchised to operate in the Township.

One-quarter acre or more of contiguously wooded land where the largest trees measure at least six inches in diameter at breast height (DBH). The acreage is to be measured from the dripline to dripline of trees on the perimeter. Contiguous shall be defined as the majority of the 1/4 acre being under the vegetation dripline.

A grove, forming one canopy, of at least 10 trees with a DBH of 10 inches or more.

Lands that contained woodlands that have had trees removed up to three years prior to a site plan being submitted to the Township. These areas shall also be considered woodlands for mitigation purposes outlined in this section. The Planning Commission may decide to estimate the number and size of trees over six inches in diameter that existed before the removal of the woodland through the use of aerial photographs or by counting remaining stumps. The Planning Commission may accept a study performed by a certified arborist or landscape architect as the determination of the number and size of the trees on the site at the time the woodland was removed. This estimated woodland shall be treated the same as any existing woodland in terms of mitigation. If the species of the former trees cannot be determined, it will be assumed that the species are either oak, hickory, or maple.

Woodlands that contain native plant species are considered higher quality than those with significant numbers of invasive species. Cultivated woodlands derived from people's planting activities also have considerable importance to the community and are a valuable scenic resource to be preserved.

Any tree (except invasive species as identified in § 40-14.08G with a DBH of 24 inches or larger.

Any tree that would qualify as a heritage tree that was removed from the site up to three years prior to a site plan being submitted to the Township. This tree shall be considered an existing heritage tree for mitigation purposes outlined in this section.

Any tree on the list below that has attained the associated DBH size:

Include existing woodlands and heritage trees within the site design as much as possible. Minimize clearing around buildings or for other site amenities.

Excavated soils from basements and other necessary grading shall not be temporarily or permanently disposed of in a woodland or around heritage trees to be retained.

Minimize grading/soil disturbance in the vicinity, and at a minimum within the CRZ, of retained trees.

Provide for effective stormwater management to prevent a change in moisture levels and drainage patterns in woodlands and around heritage trees.

When woodlands and heritage trees are to be removed, as agreed to by the Planning Commission, the removal shall be mitigated as follows:

For each heritage tree that is removed without the approval of the Township Planning Commission, the applicant or the property owner shall provide a replacement tree or combination of trees of a species native to Michigan equal to a minimum of 200% of the original DBH. Replacement trees shall be installed by the applicant prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

Any protected woodlands or heritage trees that are determined, by a certified arborist, to be dead, dying, or severely damaged due to on-site construction activity within three years after issuance of a certificate of occupancy or final permit approval for development authorized by an approved site plan or plat shall be replaced by the applicant or property owner. The applicant or property owner shall provide a combination of trees native to Michigan equal in the aggregate to 100% of the DBH of the tree(s) that are lost. In the case of heritage trees, the natural features protection plan shall include a description of a proposed amount and type of security to be posted. The security shall be in the form of cash, surety bond or letter of credit, in an amount approved by the Planning Commission. The applicant shall provide the security to the Township prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy by the Zoning Administrator.

All required replacement trees shall be planted on the property on which the trees they are to replace were removed, unless sufficient area is not available on the property for all the required trees. If sufficient area is not available, the replacement trees that cannot be planted on-site may be planted off-site within Pittsfield Township on privately or publicly owned property, provided that the location and planting plan are approved by the Planning Commission. Written approval of the owner of the property on which the trees are to be planted shall be submitted to the Township before the Planning Commission may approve the location and the planting plan. After Planning Commission approval of the site plan, the applicant shall submit evidence to the Township of a recorded easement for the proposed off-site planting on privately owned property before planting may begin. The easement may not be modified in any manner unless prior approval is obtained from the Planning Commission.

Prohibitive steep slopes. Slopes of 40% or greater shall be protected as key scenic assets. No disturbance is allowed unless the Township determines it is in the public interest to do so. In that case, the standards of precautionary steep slopes shall apply.

Precautionary steep slopes. Slopes of 20% to 39% shall be disturbed to the least extent possible. The following standards will be used to evaluate alteration to precautionary steep slopes:

Moderate steep slopes. Slopes of 12% to 19% shall require special techniques to prevent soil erosion. The following standards will be used to evaluate alteration to moderate steep slopes:

Development shall be located away from groundwater recharge areas.

Where development occurs in these areas, impervious surfaces shall be limited to the greatest extent possible.

Grading shall be minimized to retain the water holding characteristics of the land.

Provisions of this chapter that protect land and water from pollution shall be applied to these areas to the greatest extent possible.

Name, address, and contact information.

A general, written description of the proposed project as well as a legal description (property identification number) of the property on which the project would be located.

A plan showing a map with the physical features and land uses of the project area, both before and after construction of the proposed project. The plan shall include:

Proof of the applicant's liability insurance covering the WECS.

Documentation of the manufacturer's designed sound pressure levels (decibels) for unit to be installed.

The applicant shall provide evidence of ownership of the land on which the WECS is to be located and the written consent of the landowner if different from the applicant. If the applicant is leasing land, the applicant shall provide a copy of the lease agreement and the landowner's written authorization for the applicant to construct the structure.

The application for an on-site WECS when permitted as a conditional use shall meet all of the requirements for a conditional use permit application, except that a complete site plan shall not be required unless:

If a complete site plan is not required by the Planning Commission, the applicant shall submit the information described in § 40-14.11C(3) above or such other information as the Planning Commission may determine.

Property setbacks.

Height.

Other required setbacks.

Noise; sound pressure level.

Shadow flicker. The applicant shall conduct an analysis of potential shadow flicker. The analysis shall identify the locations of shadow flicker that may be caused by the project and the expected durations of the flicker at these locations from sunrise to sunset over the course of a year. The analysis shall identify impacted areas where shadow flicker may affect occupants or users of the structures or properties in the impacted area. The analysis shall describe measures that will be taken to eliminate or mitigate negative impacts.

Every WECS shall comply with all applicable state construction codes and local building permit requirements.

Every WECS shall comply with Federal Aviation Administration requirements, the Airport Zoning Act, the Tall Structures Act (PA 259 of 1959) (MCL 259.431), and any other applicable state or federal laws or regulations.

An on-site WECS or commercial WECS that is tied to the electrical grid shall comply with Michigan Public Service Commission and utility interconnection requirements. Off-grid WECS are exempt from this requirement.

Design safety certification. The safety of the design of every WECS shall be certified by the applicant's professional engineer registered in the State of Michigan and reviewed by the Township. If WECS construction is approved, the professional engineer shall certify that the construction and installation of the WECS meets or exceeds the manufacturer's construction and installation standards, and any applicable state and federal laws and regulations prior to operation.

Controls and brakes. Every WECS shall be equipped with manual and automatic controls to limit rotation of blades to a speed not to exceed the design limits of the WECS. The applicant's professional engineer must certify that the rotor and overspeed control design and fabrication conform to applicable design standards. No changes or alterations from certified design shall be permitted unless accompanied by a professional engineer's statement of certification approved by the Township.

Lightning protection. Every WECS shall have lightning protection.

Guy wires. If an on-site WECS is supported by guy wires, the wires shall be clearly visible to a height of a least six feet above the guy wire anchors. Every commercial WECS must be of a freestanding monopole design, and guy wires shall not be used.

Grade clearance. The minimum vertical blade tip clearance from grade shall be 25 feet for any WECS employing a horizontal axis rotor.

Interference. Every WECS shall be designed and operated to minimize or mitigate interference with existing electromagnetic communications, such as radio, telephone, microwave, or television signals.

Color. Towers and blades shall be painted a nonreflective neutral color designated on the application and approved by the Township or as otherwise required by law.

Climb prevention. Every WECS must be protected by anticlimbing devices such as:

Warnings. A visible warning sign of high voltage shall be placed at the base of every commercial WECS. The sign must have at least six-inch letters with three-fourths-inch stroke. Such signs shall be located a maximum of 300 feet apart and at all points of site ingress and egress.

Signage. In addition to warning signs and signs required by law, every commercial WECS shall be equipped with a sign containing owner identification and contact information. No other signs or advertising are permitted.

Liability insurance. The owner or operator of a commercial WECS shall maintain a current commercial liability and property damage insurance policy with coverage limits acceptable to the Township pertaining to installation and operation of the commercial WECS. The amount and terms of the policy shall be established as a condition of conditional use permit approval. The Township and landowner shall be named as additional insureds. Certificates of insurance shall be provided to the Township annually.

Security. The application shall include a description of security to be posted at the time of receiving a building permit for the WECS to ensure removal of the WECS when it has been abandoned or is no longer needed, as provided in Subsection J(9) below. The security shall be in compliance with § 40-3.09 for the timely removal of the commercial WECS as required under this section, and payment of any costs and attorney fees incurred by the Township in connection with such removal.

Visual appearance; lighting; power lines. The design of the WECS buildings and related structures shall, to the extent reasonably possible, use materials, colors, textures, screening and landscaping that will blend WECS components with the natural setting and existing environment. For commercial WECS exceeding minimum FAA height requirements for lighting, minimum FAA lighting standards shall not be exceeded. All tower lighting required by the FAA shall be shielded to the extent possible to reduce glare and visibility from the ground. The tower shaft shall not be illuminated unless required by the FAA. The electrical collection system shall be placed underground within the interior of each parcel at a depth designed to accommodate any existing land use to the maximum extent practicable. The collection system may be placed overhead adjacent to public roadways, at points of interconnection to the electric grid or in other areas as necessary.

Wildlife impact. The applicant shall submit an avian study by a qualified professional, such as an ornithologist or wildlife biologist, describing the potential impact of the commercial WECS on migratory birds or bats and threatened or endangered species.

Annual inspection; maintenance. The WECS and surrounding area shall be maintained in accordance with industry standards, including painting and landscaping. Every commercial WECS must be inspected annually by an authorized factory representative or professional engineer to certify that the WECS is in good working condition and is not a hazard to persons or property. Certification records shall be submitted annually to the Township.

Sound pressure level. As part of the application and prior to installation of any commercial WECS, the applicant shall provide modeling and analysis that will confirm that the commercial WECS will not exceed the maximum permitted sound pressure levels. Modeling and analysis shall conform to IEC 61400 and ISO 9613. After installation of the commercial WECS, sound pressure level measurements shall be done by a third party, qualified professional according to the procedures in the most current version of ANSI S12.18. All sound pressure levels shall be measured with a sound meter that meets or exceeds the most current version of ANSI S1.4 specifications for a Type II sound meter. Documentation of the sound pressure level measurements shall be provided to the local government within 60 days of the operation of the project.

Removal. A commercial WECS shall be removed by the owner of the WECS or land when the commercial WECS has been abandoned or unused for 180 days (non-use period). For purposes of this section, the damage, destruction or removal of any part of WECS equipment, or the cessation of operations shall be considered as the beginning of a non-use period. The WECS owner or applicant shall notify the Township of the beginning of any non-use period or any removal of equipment. The end of the non-use period may be sooner than 180 days after commencement if the WECS or any portion of the facility becomes a nuisance or is dangerous to the public health, safety, and welfare.

Solar energy equipment shall be located in the least visibly obtrusive location where panels would be functional.

Solar energy equipment shall be repaired or replaced within three months of becoming nonfunctional.

Each system shall conform to applicable industry standards including those of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Photographs of the property's existing conditions.

Renderings or catalogue cuts of the proposed solar energy equipment.

Certificate of compliance demonstrating that the system has been tested and approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or other approved independent testing agency.

Plot plan to indicate where the solar energy equipment is to be installed on the property.

Description of the screening to be provided for ground- or wall-mounted solar energy equipment.

The installation of one solar panel with a total area of less than eight square feet.

Repair and replacement of existing solar energy equipment, provided that there is no expansion of the size or coverage area of the solar energy equipment.

An administrative review is required for all building-mounted solar energy collectors permitted as an accessory use. (See exclusions in Subsection D above.)

Solar energy collectors that are mounted on the roof of a building shall not project more than five feet above the highest point of the roof but, in any event, shall not exceed the maximum building height limitation for the zoning district in which it is located, and shall not project beyond the eaves of the roof.

Solar energy collectors mounted on the roof of a building shall be only of such weight as can safely be supported by the roof. Proof thereof, in the form of certification by a professional engineer or other qualified person, shall be submitted to the Township Building Official prior to installation; such certification shall be subject to the Building Official's approval.

Solar energy collectors that are roof-mounted, wall-mounted or are otherwise attached to a building or structure shall be permanently and safely attached to the building or structure. Proof of the safety and reliability of the means of such attachment shall be submitted to the Building Official prior to installation; such proof shall be subject to the Building Official's approval.

Solar energy collectors that are wall-mounted shall not exceed the height of the building wall to which they are attached.

Solar energy collectors shall not be mounted on a building wall that is parallel to an adjacent public right-of-way.

The exterior surfaces of solar energy collectors that are mounted on the roof or on a wall of a building, or are otherwise attached to a building or structure, shall be generally neutral in color and substantially nonreflective of light.

Solar energy collectors shall be installed, maintained, and used only in accordance with the manufacturer's directions. Upon request, a copy of such directions shall be submitted to the Township Building Official prior to installation. The Building Official may inspect the completed installation to verify compliance with the manufacturer's directions.

Solar energy collectors, and the installation and use thereof, shall comply with the Township Construction Code, the Electrical Code, and other applicable Township construction codes.

Ground-mounted commercial solar energy systems and fields are permitted as a conditional use in the PF Public Facility, AG Agricultural and RC Recreation Conservation Districts only.

Ground-mounted solar energy collectors shall be located only as follows:

Ground-mounted solar energy collectors shall not exceed 16 feet in height, measured from the ground at the base of such equipment.

The total area of ground-mounted solar energy collectors shall be included in the calculation of the maximum permitted lot coverage requirement for the parcel of land.

Solar energy collectors shall be permanently and safely attached to the ground. Proof of the safety and reliability of the means of such attachment shall be submitted with the conditional use application and shall be subject to the Planning Commission's approval.

Solar energy collectors shall be installed, maintained and used only in accordance with the manufacturer's directions. A copy of such directions shall be submitted with the conditional use application. The conditional use, if granted, may be subject to the Building Official's inspection to determine compliance with the manufacturer's directions.

The exterior surfaces of solar energy collectors shall be generally neutral in color and substantially nonreflective of light.

Ground-mounted solar energy collectors, and the installation and use thereof, shall comply with the Township Construction Code, the Electrical Code and other applicable Township construction codes.

The conditional use may include terms and conditions in addition to those stated in this subsection.

Is located so as not to be shaded between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. by a hypothetical twelve-foot obstruction located on the lot line; and

Has an area not greater than one-half of the heated floor area of the structure, or the largest of the structures, to be served.

A permit must be approved and obtained from the appropriate governing agency of Washtenaw County.

A building permit must be approved and obtained from the Township Building Official. The applicant shall submit a certificate of compliance demonstrating that the proposed system has been tested and approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or other approved independent testing agency.

The systems shall be tested hydrostatically at 1 1/2 times the maximum system design pressure, but not less than 100 psi. The duration of each test shall not be less than 15 minutes. All geothermal systems must be pressure checked to the original standard by a licensed geothermal contractor every three years from the certification system date. Results from the test shall be submitted to the Building Department. No person shall operate a system if a test reveals that it is likely to leak the heat transfer liquid.

All above-ground equipment shall comply with the setback requirements of the respective zoning district.

Equipment, piping, and all other devices shall not be located in any easement or right-of-way.