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DATE: September 4, 2013 Consent Calendar
SUBJECT: INITIATE AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE
REGARDING SOLAR COLLECTORS
FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager
BY: Planning Services Department
SUMMARY
The City Council will consider directing staff to study the current Zoning Code
requirements regarding solar collectors.
RECOMMENDATION:
Initiate a Zone Text Amendment pursuant to Palm Springs Zoning Code
Section 94.07.01.A.1.1b regarding solar collectors, and refer to the Planning
Commission.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The City Council ad hoc sub-committee on solar (Lewin/Mills) met on May 23 and
August 22, 2013, and is recommending several sections of the Zoning Code needs to
be studied to better respond to current industry circumstances.
The areas to study include definitions, zoning districts where various types of solar
installations are allowed and development standards. Staff will take into consideration
any inconsistencies or concerns with administration of the code and bring those
forward.
Item No. 2 . R .
City Council Staff Report
September 4, 2013 -- Page 2
Regarding Solar Collectors
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
Margo W eeler, AICP
Director of Planning Services
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