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ensure ready roof access in the event of a fire or other safety related occurrence whereby roof access is needed. Solar energy systems that extend less than one (1) foot above the roof surface shall be exempt from this provision, however shall be set back from the roof edge by a minimum of 1 foot. (c) The collector surface and mounting devices for building-mounted solar energy systems shall not extend beyond the exterior perimeter of the building on which the system is mounted or built. (d) Solar energy systems shall be designed to blend into the architecture of the building to the maximum extent practical. or be screened from routine view from public rights-of-way other than alleys. The color of the solar collector is not required to be consistent with the roofing materials. (e) Building-mounted systems, excluding building-integrated systems, shall not cover more than 80% of the roof upon which the panels are mounted to ensure ready roof access in the event of a fire or other safety occurrence whereby roof access is needed. (g) The structure upon which the solar energy system is mounted shall have the structural integrity to carry the weight of the solar energy system. A statement verifying the structural integrity shall be submitted with the building permit application. (3) Freestanding solar energy systems. (a) Freestanding solar energy systems, measured to the highest point of the system, shall not exceed ten (10) feet in height and shall meet the minimum setback requirements of an accessory structure as outlined in §152.176, as measured from the outermost perimeter of the solar panel to the property line. Freestanding solar energy systems are only permitted in rear yards. (b) In all residential districts, the area of the solar collector surface of freestanding solar energy systems shall not exceed three (3) percent of the lot area. In all other districts, the area of the solar collector surface of freestanding solar energy systems shall not exceed five (5) percent of the lot area. Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary, the maximum area of solar energy systems shall be calculated independently of the floor area of all other accessory structures on the zoning lot. (c) The supporting framework for freestanding solar energy systems shall not include unfinished lumber. (C) Design and Performance Standards. In addition to the standards required above, the following standards shall apply to all solar energy systems. (1) Compatibility with nearby properties. The visual impact of rooftop equipment on nearby properties shall be minimized through such means as location on the roof, flush-mounting to the roof, screening, or other integration into the roof design. Screening shall be of durable permanent materials that are compatible with the primary building materials. Screening shall be done to the extent possible without reducing the systems efficiency.