Model Solar Ordinance for Indiana Local Governments

Abstract

Local governments in Indiana are seeing increasing interest from property owners in solar energy installations and are having to address a variety of solar land uses in their development regulations.

This Model Ordinance is based on research and best practices identified through working with over 100 Midwestern communities over the last ten years as solar energy markets evolved and expanded. The model has been tailored to reflect Indiana-specific enabling statutes, ordinance practices, and community priorities currently seen in the state, with input from local planning, solar industry, and other experts.