Steamboat Springs

Technical Assistance Organization

Cadmus Group

It’s taken a partnership from both the private and public sector to enable the community to enjoy this recognition and achieve this milestone. A lot of work has gone into shining the light on all that the county and city are doing around solar and sustainability.” Routt County Building Official Todd Carr

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
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

Steamboat Springs CO

Designation Level: SolSmart Silver

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Solar Energy: SolSmart’s Toolkit For Local Governments

National Academies Study Evaluates Impact of SolSmart Program

SolSmart Program Guide

Solar Solutions at the ICMA Conference

A Collaborative Plan to Go Solar in Pennsylvania’s Centre Region

DOE Expands SolSmart Program to Deploy More Solar Energy to Underserved Communities

Steamboat Springs CO

Designation Level: SolSmart Silver

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria