Las Cruces | SolSmart

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Technical Assistance Organization

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

“Las Cruces is proud to be the first city in the state of New Mexico to achieve a Solsmart Gold designation with additional recognition for its efforts to make the inspection process simple and convenient. This acknowledgment demonstrates the City’s commitment to sustainable practices including the development of renewable energy jobs and use,” Mayor Ken Miyagishima

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 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
Provided a streamlined permitting pathway for small PV systems

Las Cruces NM

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

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Las Cruces NM

Designation Level: SolSmart Gold

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria