SolSmart Designees
Silt
Colorado
Population: 3,190
Designation Level:
SolSmart Gold
Year Designated:
2019
- 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
This was a no-brainer for the Silt staff and Town Board of Trustees to make the necessary changes to streamline the process for our residents and businesses who want to install solar.
- Janet Aluise, Community Development Director
