Some types of residential arrays are prohibited by new
legislation
A new solar energy law adopted by the Town Board sets limits
on where large solar energy arrays can be built, while also setting standards
for residential roof-mounted arrays.
Large commercial solar energy arrays — often called
"solar farms" — would be kept out of residential zones but would
be allowed in "highway commercial," "research and
technology," "riverfront recreation/commercial" and
"airport" zoning districts. Small-scale, ground-mounted panel arrays
would also be allowed in those zones, but not in residential areas.
