City of Cupertino
SolSmart Designees
Cupertino
California
- Installed solar on local facilities, including a 103kW array at the city’s fleet service building
- Created an interactive map of Solar PV systems in Cupertino and shared on the local website
- 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
