City of Austin - Zoning Code

Last updated: August 28, 2018

Program Overview

Implementing Sector:Local
Category:Regulatory Policy
State:Texas
Incentive Type:Solar/Wind Access Policy
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:Solar Water Heat, Solar Photovoltaics
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:Yes; specific technologies not identified

Authorities

Name:Austin City Code § 25-2-356
Name:Austin City Code § 25-2-531

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.

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