Red Wing | SolSmart

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04/22/2018 Red Wing Republican Eagle
Lights, camera, planet

Technical Assistance Organization

National League of Cities

The SolSmart program allowed city staff to continue the city's long term commitment to advanced solar energy systems in the City of Red Wing, by focusing our efforts in a consistent manner. The city was able to leverage the strong work it had already done and see where we could reduce barriers and encourage more solar development moving forward. I am looking forward to Red Wing working with SolSmart advsiors to further develop our solar market and community." Councilmember Evan Brown

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

Program Highlights

Developed a local process to enable solar rights through a solar access ordinance
Installed solar PV across six facilities totaling 217 kW
Provided Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing for eligible properties

Red Wing MN

Designation Level: SolSmart Silver

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SolSmart Criteria

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Red Wing MN

Designation Level: SolSmart Silver

In The News

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Program Highlights