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“This initiative will help put us at the top tier of communities in Indiana that are striving to become more environmentally friendly. And our efforts shouldn’t stop here. I would like to invite everyone in the community to help us find efficiencies that will continue to benefit our quality of life.”Jeremy Stutsman, Goshen Mayor
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
Hosted a Community “Solarize” campaign, Solarize Goshen, allowing residents to benefit from group discounts and affordable solar financing
Installed or leased land for solar development on brownfields, landfills, formerly contaminated lands and/or other under-utilized properties
Shared SIREN Solar Indiana’s interactive solar map on the community’s solar landing page