Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County achieved a 3-day turnaround time for solar energy permits on single-family dwellings, allowing the county to achieve SolSmart Gold designation in 2020.

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Florida communities unite to support a solar-powered future

• 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