§ 17.11.1110. Purpose.

A.

The purpose of this section is to create an expedited, streamlined permitting process for small residential rooftop solar energy systems, in accordance with California Civil Code Section 714 and California Government Code Section 65850.5.

B.

It is also the purpose of this section to promote and encourage the use of small residential rooftop solar energy systems and to limit obstacles to their use, in accordance with the standards adopted by the city pursuant to this section and state law, while allowing the city to protect the public health and safety.

C.

It is hereby declared that in any instance where the provisions of this section conflict with any applicable state law or regulation, such state law or regulation shall govern.

(Ord. No. 1163, § 6, 9-16-15)