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SolSmart Designees
Washington
District of Columbia
- Launched and supported a utility-provided community solar program with the local utility, PEPCO
- Designed The Affordable Solar Program which encouraged low-to-moderate income participation in community solar initiatives
- Created the District of Columbia Solar Map
- 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
