17.74.120 Variance for Solar Collection Systems.
A setback variance may be granted by the planning commission for a solar energy collection system, active or passive, which is to be attached to an existing structure or accessory to an existing structure subject to compliance with the following conditions:
A. Granting of the variance will in no way hinder access to public utilities or fire access;
B. Granting of the variance will not unduly restrict solar access to surrounding properties;
C. Granting of the variance will not unreasonably invade the privacy of adjoining properties;
D. The variance requested is the minimum variance which would allow the construction of the system;
E. The system must meet the minimum standards for tax credit certification from the Oregon department of Energy;
F. The system must be designed to provide no less than 10 percent of the total energy requirements for the principal use.