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Williston Zoning for Solar Accessory Uses

Within several different use types—including rural residential, single-family residential, neighborhood commercial, and “parks and open space”—Williston’s zoning code allows for solar energy systems as instances of “uses and structures that are customarily accessory and clearly incidental to permitted uses.”

Link:

  • Williston, North Dakota Zoning Code Sections 10 R-1A; 11 R-1; 17 P; 19 C-1.

Policy Details:

Locale: Williston, North Dakota [Midwest]
Climate zone: Zone 7: Very Cold
Jurisdiction: Municipality [<50K]
Smart Surface(s): Solar Photovoltaic Roof, Solar PV Canopies
Policy Type(s): City Code, Zoning

Citation:

Williston, North Dakota Zoning Code Sections 10 R-1A; 11 R-1; 17 P; 19 C-1.

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