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City of Grand Rapids Alternative Energy Regulations; Solar Zoning

Regulations
Zoning    Solar Energy   
Michigan
2010
Municipal
City Of Grand Rapids   
Urban | Suburban |
Under its section on Alternative Energy within its Code of Ordinances, Grand Rapids, Michigan incorporated a subsection on solar energy. According to that sub-section, solar energy systems are permitted as an accessory use in all districts. “In Residential Zone Districts, solar energy systems may be installed on the roof of a primary or accessory structure.” The subsection goes on to list placement regulations as well as the factors the Planning Director will have to consider for an Administrative Departure to allow for solar panels on the front a residential dwelling.