Charlottesville | SolSmart

"I am proud that Charlottesville has been recognized as the first in Virginia to earn a SolSmart designation. The City's recent accomplishments in the SolSmart program will benefit everyone by making locally-sourced clean energy more accessible and affordable. We will continue our work in the SolSmart program to support solar energy development in our town that will create jobs and help protect our environment." Kathy Galvin, Charlottesville City Councilor

SolSmart Criteria

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
Hosted a community “Solarize” campaign, allowing residents to benefit from group discounts and affordable solar financing
Created and shared an interactive solar map for the community

Charlottesville VA

Designation Level: SolSmart Silver

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Charlottesville VA

Designation Level: SolSmart Silver

In The News

Solsmart Advisor

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria