Cape Coral Solar Array Specific Use Regulations

This rule establishes that solar arrays shall meet the following requirements: A.These facilities may only be permitted in the Agriculture, Institutional, or Industrial zoning districts.B.Solar Arrays may only be permitted on lots over one acre in size.C.Must maintain appropriate security fencing and signs for protection.D.Solar Arrays shall be effectively screened with a fence, landscape material, or a combination thereof, where visible from an abutting property or right-of-way as determined by the Director.1.The structures may be screened with an opaque wall or fence, up to the height allowed in that zoning district.2.Alternatively, the structures may be screened with shrubs that meet the following requirements:a.A row of shrubs shall be planted along all sides of the facility for which screening is required.b.All shrubs required for screening shall be a minimum of 32 inches in height and be in at least a seven-gallon container size at the time of planting. All shrubs shall be planted at a spacing of three feet apart as measured on center.c.All shrubs shall be maintained at a minimum height of six feet at maturity and shall be maintained in good condition as long as the structures requiring screening remain.d.An adequate combination of the two screening options may be permitted.