A comprehensive solar energy systems ordinance was unanimously amended last week by the White Plains Common Council. The ordinance is expected to impact future solar panel installations capable of generating more than 1,000 kilowatts of electricity.
Solar panels convert sunlight into energy used to generate electricity, decreasing the reliance on electricity generated from combustible fossil fuels mainly responsible for climate change.
Since last year, the contentious issue over installing solar panels in the city drew numerous comments and criticisms from residents, especially those opposed to a plan to build a 282,000-square-foot solar carport at 1133 Westchester Avenue in White Plains. That proposal was turned down in Feb.
The newly amended ordinance includes regulations that specify dimensions for solar panels, solar energy equipment and solar parking canopies. Parking…
White Plains Council Amends Solar Energy Systems Regs
