Site plan review. Medium-scale solar energy systems require site plan review and approval. In addition to the standard requirements for site plan review, the following shall also be required:
(1) Plans shall depict property lines, zoning district designation(s), and existing physical features, including all buildings, structures, roads and utilities within 500 feet of the project site.
(2) Proposed changes to the landscape of the site including grading, vegetation clearing, plantings, and exterior lighting shall be shown. Lighting shall be minimized to that required for safety and site security and reasonably shielded to prevent glare on adjacent properties.
(3) A landscaping and screening plan shall be provided that specifies how landscaping and screening will mitigate any adverse effects of the project. Removal of existing trees larger than six inches caliper should be minimized.
(4) Submission of a one- or three-line electrical diagram detailing the project layout, solar collection installation, associated components, and electrical interconnection methods, with all National Electrical Code compliant disconnects and overcurrent devices. Reasonable efforts shall be made to place all utility lines from the photovoltaic solar energy system underground, depending on appropriate soil conditions, shape and topography of the site, financial feasibility, and any requirements of the utility provider.
(5) Submission of detailed blueprints and engineering documents of the solar energy facility footprint showing the layout and location of the solar arrays and all solar energy equipment signed by a professional engineer or registered architect.
(6) A preliminary equipment specification sheet that documents all proposed solar panels, significant components, mounting systems, utility tie-in locations, surface or underground conduit, rights-of-way and inverters that are to be installed. A final equipment specification sheet shall be submitted prior to issuance of a building permit.
(7) Erosion and sediment control and stormwater management plans prepared to NYSDEC standards, if applicable, and to such standards that may be established by the Planning Board.
(8) Name, address, and contact information of the proposed or potential installer and the owner and/or operator of the project. Such information of the final installer shall be submitted prior to issuance of a building permit.
(9) Name, address, and contact information of the applicant and all property owners, demonstrating their consent to the use of the property.
