Raymore, MO
RAYMORE RECEIVES “SolSmart Gold” AWARD FOR ADVANCING SOLAR ENERGY
10/05/2017
SolSmart Designees
Raymore
Missouri
- Eliminated excess inspections and consolidated inspection trips for solar PV
- Developed Solar Ready Construction Guidelines for developers to enable lower cost installation of future solar installations on buildings within the permitting office and online
- Shared an interactive solar map of the community – MARC’s KC Metro Solar Map – on the community’s webpage
- 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
- Created a streamlined process to approve certain solar permit applications over the counter
Our efforts to support solar-ready businesses and homes is part of a broader strategy to support new thinking when it comes to development. This is just one initiative of many our city has undertaken to become a regional leader as our community continues to grow.
- Community Development Director Jim Cadoret
