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Planning Commission February 16, 2006 Page 2 photovoltaic cells. The panels would be parallel to the ground, approximately 24" above grade, and mounted on concrete piers. There would be a total of approximately 25 concrete piers that are 8" in diameter. Collectively the piers would cover a total of approximately 9 sq. ft. The proposed solar panels would be located with a southwest orientation that is ideal for system efficiency, and the system would supply 100% of the electrical power needed to operate the Goese residence and pool. The black panels would have an anti -reflection coating to reduce glare. DISCUSSION Development Area Policv Section 10-1.502(b) of the Zoning Code defines "development area" to include floor area as well as other coverage, including parking areas, patios, decks, walkways, swimming pools, tennis courts, and other surfaces comprised of artificially emplaced building materials such as paving, roofing, masonry, stone or wood. The Town's policy on Development Area and Tennis/Sports Courts, Driveways, and Pervious Surfaces (Attachment 4) states the intent of development area limitations: The purposes of limiting development area on a site are twofold: 1) to protect the natural features and rural character of the Town; and 2) to minimize runoffand erosion concerns related to construction on slopes. The Town has adopted the following policies to aid in implementing development area limitations: Policy 1. No development area credit will be granted for the use of semi- permeable materials(s) on any of the following: a. Tennis or sports courts b. Driveways c. Required parking areas d. Turnarounds e. Above -ground decks Policy 2. In other development areas, credit for the use of semi permeable materials) (grasscrete, etc.) of up to 100% may be granted depending on the permeability and the appearance of the surface. The proposed solar panels do not contribute significantly to the overall impervious surface area of the lot (only 9 sq. ft.). However, they will occupy an area of 1,637 sq. ft. and look like roofing material. The panels cannot be screened with landscaping or otherwise disguised as natural land forms.