Smart Surfaces Policy Tracker

Rochester Rooftop Solar Permitted Citywide

This Rochester Ordinance both (1) permits the use of green roof, blue roof, and white roof designs; and (2) permits the use of solar panels or white roofs citywide.

Policy Details:

Locale: Rochester, New York [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Roof, Cool Roof, Green Roofs, Solar Photovoltaic Roof, Combination Roof
Policy Type(s): Zoning, City Code

Citation:

Rochester, N.Y., Code, chap. 120, art. XIX, § 120-158(D).