Boulder | SolSmart

In The News

09/26/2016 City of Boulder Gov't
Boulder Receives “SolSmart Gold” Award for Advancing Solar Energy Growth

Technical Assistance Organization

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

“The City of Boulder is committed to the expansion of solar energy development in our community. We are pleased to receive the highest level designation that SolSmart offers in recognition of the work on solar development Boulder has already done and will continue to do in the future.” Yael Gichon, Energy Sustainability Coordinator

SolSmart Criteria
Program Highlights

SolSmart Criteria

Created an online permitting checklist, increasing transparency for community members and solar installers
Reviewed local zoning codes and identified restrictions that intentionally or unintentionally prohibit solar PV development
Allowed solar by-right accessory use in all zones (so solar installations don’t require special permits or hearings)
Cross-trained both inspection and permitting staff on solar PV
Provided a streamlined permitting pathway for small PV systems

Program Highlights

Provided tax rebates for residents and businesses that adopted solar
Installed solar on local facilities, including a one-megawatt solar PV system at the wastewater treatment facility

Boulder CO

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

In The News

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Program Highlights

Solar Energy: SolSmart’s Toolkit For Local Governments

National Academies Study Evaluates Impact of SolSmart Program

SolSmart Program Guide

Sustainable States Network: Linking State-Based Recognition Programs

SolarAPP+ Spotlight: Removing Red Tape on Solar Projects Nationwide

How Do You Track Solar in Your Community?

Boulder CO

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

In The News

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Program Highlights