Fort Collins | SolSmart

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Fort Collins is proud to be one of 20 SolSmart designated cities in Colorado. The SolSmart certification process has helped us streamline the process for homeowners and solar companies.” John Phelan, Energy Services Senior Manager, Fort Collins Utilities

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

Received recognition for adopting the most recent ICC guidelines
Eliminated excess inspections
Publicly encouraged community solar
Made solar metrics publicly available and accessible to interested community members

Fort Collins CO

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

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Fort Collins CO

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

In The News

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Program Highlights