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Mesa Solar Panel Standards

Code dictates that in all zoning districts, solar panels attached to sloped roofs shall be located entirely on the roof. Detached or freestanding solar panel structures are permitted only in single residence districts and shall comply with all location, maximum height and maximum roof area requirements of Detached Accessory Structures, Section 11-5-7(B).

Link:

  • Mesa Code of Ordinances Title 11, Article 4, Chapter 30, 11-30-15

Policy Details:

Locale: Mesa, Arizona [Southwest]
Climate zone: Zone 2B: Hot Dry
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Roof, Solar Photovoltaic Roof
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

Mesa Code of Ordinances Title 11, Article 4, Chapter 30, 11-30-15

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