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Last Updated October 25, 2023

Program Overview

Category:

Regulatory Policy

State:

Texas

Incentive Type:

Solar/Wind Access Policy

Administrator:

N/A

Start Date:

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Expiration Date:

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Web Site:

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Applicable Sectors:

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Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:

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Summary

The Zoning Code (Chapter 25-2) of the Austin City Code provides a height limitation exemption for solar installations. Solar installations may exceed the zoning district height limit by 15% or the amount necessary to comply with a federal or state regulation, whichever is greater.

The Zoning Code also allows for preservation plans in historic districts to incorporate sustainability measures such as solar technologies and other energy generation and efficiency measures.