What is the New York solar guidebook?

The New York Solar Guidebook has information, tools, and step-by-step instructions to support local governments managing solar energy development in their communities. The Guidebook contains chapters on various solar energy topics, the permitting process, property taxes, and more.

Are on-farm solar energy projects too restrictive?

NYSAGM has developed guidelines for evaluating local laws with respect to impacts for on-farm clean energy projects, to ensure that on-farm solar energy installations are not subject to “overly restrictive” requirements.

Will solar grazing grow in New York?

Additionally, in order for the solar grazing industry to proliferate in New York, certain obstacles – distance between solar sites and existing livestock operations, inadequate livestock processing capacity, and others – will need to be overcome.

What zoning regulations are required in New York City?

NYS’s zoning and planning enabling acts require land use regulations to be “in accordance with a comprehensive plan” or “in accordance with a well considered plan.” (NYS Village Law § 7-704; Gen. City Law § 20(25); Town Law § 263)

What are the objectives of a solar project?

Corresponding objectives may include: Minimize siting of ground mounted solar arrays on farmland identified for protection (see “Commentary: Identifying Farmland for Protection”). Prioritize solar development on farming areas with less productive soils.