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Zoning Study and Potential Text Amendments to Reduce Barriers for Expanding Solar Energy

Background

In early 2024, City Administration committed to becoming a SolSmart designated community. SolSmart is a certification program for local governments seeking to reduce solar energy barriers, clarify/simplify processes, and improve solar market conditions. The Office of Environment and Sustainability (OES) has been working with the Department of City Planning and Engagement (DCPE) and the Department of Buildings and Inspections (B&I) to become certified. In October 2024, the City of Cincinnati achieved SolSmart Bronze Certification, which resulted in the creation of the following new resources:

We are now working towards a higher designation and are considering text amendments to the Cincinnati Municipal Code to make it easier to install solar energy. The first step is to understand the local solar energy landscape from local businesses, local workforce, nonprofits, financial institutions, and residents. Take our survey below:

Grow Solar Survey!

If you are a homeowner and are interested in participating in Ohio’s new residential solar program, please fill out the Ohio homeowner solar survey.

Public Meetings

  • Professional Stakeholder Virtual Engagement Meeting #1
    February 25 at 4:00pm
    Please email maria.dienger@cincinnati-oh.gov if you wish to attend.

  • Additional Engagements
    TBD

  • Public Staff Conference
    TBD

  • City Planning Commission
    TBD

  • Equitable Growth & Housing Committee
    TBD

  • City Council
    TBD

 
Contact

For any questions or comments please contact:
Maria Dienger, Senior City Planner | maria.dienger@cincinnati-oh.gov | 513-352-4840