Solar & Battery Regulation & Incentive Programs

City of Austin - Zoning Code

Program Overview


Category:
Regulatory Policy
Program Type:
Solar/Wind Access Policy
Implementing Sector:
Local
State:
Texas
Eligible Storage Technologies:
Solar Water Heat, Solar Photovoltaics, Yes; specific technologies not identified
Applicable Sectors:
Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Local Government, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Installers/Contractors, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Last Updated:
06/01/2020

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.


Authorities

NameEnacted DateEffective DateExpired Date
Austin City Code § 25-2-356
Austin City Code § 25-2-531