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City of Columbus Receives SolSmart Designation
3/7/2023
SolSmart Designees
Columbus
Ohio
- 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
Promoting equitable and efficient clean-energy strategies is critical to the continued success of the Columbus Climate Action Plan.
- Mayor Andrew Ginther
