In-Depth Policy Workshop Land Use Planning for Solar Energy Presented by the NY-Sun PV Trainers Network
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1 In-Depth Policy Workshop Land Use Planning for Solar Energy Presented by the NY-Sun PV Trainers Network 1
2 About the PV Trainers Network The NY-Sun PV Trainers Network aims to lower the installation cost and expand adoption of solar PV systems throughout the state. training.ny-sun.ny.gov 2
3 NY-Sun Initiative Significantly expand installed solar capacity Attract private investment Enable sustainable development of a robust industry Statewide Goal of 3 GW $961 Million Total Budget Create well-paying skilled jobs Improve the reliability of the electric grid Reduce air pollution Make solar available to all New Yorkers that want it Stimulate the Market Place Reduce Soft Costs 3
4 About the PV Trainers Network Lead Organizations Supporting Organizations 4
5 PVTN Services Offered In-Depth Trainings Intro to Solar Policy Community Strategy Session Technical Assistance Resources 5
6 US Solar Market Value $16 $14 $12 Billion USD $10 $8 $6 $4 $2 $ Source: SEIA/GTM Research 2009/2010/2011/2012/2013 Year in Review Report 6
7 Solar Job Growth in the US 160, , , ,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000 SEIA Estimates The Solar Foundation Source: SEIA Estimates ( ),The Solar Foundation s National Solar Jobs Census 2010 (2010),The Solar Foundation s National Solar Jobs Census 2013 ( ). 7
8 NY State Solar Market MW-DC Annual Installed Capacity Cumulative Installed Capacity Source: data: Sherwood, L. International Renewable Energy Council. U.S. Solar Market Trends Report: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, : ; 2014 data: NYSERDA, LIPA Incentive Data, LI Solar Farm, NYPA & Con Edison 8
9 Value of Installed Solar in NY by Year $500,000,000 $450,000,000 $400,000,000 $350,000,000 $300,000,000 $250,000,000 $200,000,000 $150,000,000 $100,000,000 $50,000,000 $0 Solar installed since 2007 represents $1.76 billion for New York State economy * * 2013 figures through 11/7/2013 based on NYSERDA and LIPA data Source: Data : International Renewable Energy Council; data NYSERDA and LIPA 9
10 US Solar Costs $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 $ per Watt $3.00 $2.00 Total Installed Cost $1.00 $- US Solar Cost Source: NREL 10
11 US Solar Costs $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 $ per Watt $3.00 $2.00 Non-Hardware Cost Hardware Cost $1.00 $- US Solar Cost Source: NREL, LBNL 11
12 US Solar Costs $6.00 $5.00 $ per Watt $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Profits, Taxes, & Overhead Column1 Non-Hardware Cost Hardware Cost $1.00 $- US Solar Cost Source: NREL, LBNL 12
13 US Solar Costs $6.00 $1.60 Solar Soft Costs $5.00 $1.40 Other Paperwork $ per Watt $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 $ per Watt $1.20 $1.00 $0.80 $0.60 $0.40 Permitting & Inspection Column1 Non-Hardware Cost Financing Costs Hardware Cost Customer Acquisition $1.00 $0.20 Installation Labor $- US Solar Cost $0.00 German Solar Cost Source: NREL, LBNL 13
14 Why We Are Here Workshop Goal: To enable policymakers to replicate successful solar practices that reduce soft costs and expand local adoption of solar energy. 14
15 Your Trainers Today John Nolon Land Use Law Center Pace Law School (914) Tiffany Zezula Land Use Law Center Pace Law School (914) Jessica Bacher Land Use Law Center Pace Law School (914)
16 Who s in the room? A. Land Use Board member B. Planning staff C. Building Department staff D. Elected officials E. County government F. Solar industry G. Developer H. Property Owner I. Planners, Attorneys or other professional J. Community member K. Other
17 Are you familiar with --? A. Solar Planning B. Solar Regulation C. Solar Permitting D. Solar Financing E. Solar Technology
18 Agenda 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:45 Registration & Networking Lunch Introduction & Overview of NY Sun PV Trainers Network Role of Local Governments & Becoming a Solar Friendly Community 12:45 01:15 01:15 02:00 02:00 02:15 02:15 02:45 02:45 02:55 02:55 03:00 Policy Development Plan Making Break Community Engagement Next Steps Evaluation 18
19 Solar Technologies Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Hot Water Concentrated Solar Power 19
20 Scale Residence 5 kw Factory 1 MW+ Office kw Utility 2 MW+ 20
21 Role of Local Government $0.17 Per watt 1,550+ local jurisdictions in NY With land use authority Source: NREL 21
22 Delegation of Authority: Local Governments 22
23 What are the top 3 benefits solar can bring to your community? A. Econ. Development & job creation B. Environ. & public health benefits C. Reduced & stabilized energy costs D. Energy independence & resilience E. Value to utility F. Community pride G. Other
24 Solar Friendly Communities Solar Friendly Characteristics: Policies and plans address solar Solar allowed in regulations Clear and reasonable requirements Protection for solar access Practical permitting and inspection processes Coordination with electric utility Public investment in solar resources 24
25 Solar Friendly Communities Resource: Planning for Solar Energy 25
26 Solar Friendly Communities Resource: solarcommunities.org 26
27 Solar Friendly Communities Resource: Solarroadmap.com 27
28 Solar Friendly Communities Resource: Planning for Solar Energy U.S. Department of Energy SunShot Initiative Rooftop Solar Challenge II 28 Planning & Zoning Working Group Members CUNY LEAD Pace- Land Use Law Center City of Albany City of Ithaca City of Poughkeepsie City of Rochester City of Schenectady City of Syracuse City of White Plains Town of Clifton Park Town of Hempstead Town of South Hampton Village of Warwick Working Group DOE Deliverables Model NYS Solar Zoning Ordinance Promotes Solar Zoning Best Practices Supports solar friendly language Increases transparency Increases project conformity to local zoning ordinances NYS Solar Ombudsman Support Adoption
29 Solar Friendly Communities Federal State State & Utility Investment Tax Credit Accelerated Depreciation Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds 3 Steps to prepare for solar development: 1. Establish solar goals in planning process Tax Credits & 2. Rebates Loan Programs Exemptions Adopt solar code language 3. Define a clear & simple permitting process by adopting NYS Unified Solar Permit Net Metering Interconnection Standards CLEAN Contract Renewable Energy Certificates Local Planning & Zoning Permitting Financing Market Development 29
30 Agenda 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:45 Registration & Networking Lunch Introduction & Overview of NY Sun PV Trainers Network Role of Local Governments & Becoming a Solar Friendly Community 12:45 01:15 01:15 02:00 02:00 02:15 02:15 02:45 02:45 02:55 02:55 03:00 Policy Development Plan Making Break Community Engagement Next Steps Evaluation 30
31 Policy Development Adopt a Resolution or Mayoral Proclamation that: Lists solar benefits and findings States intention to plan and regulate for solar Adopts a task force Authorizes research and studies Establishes a training program Authorizes an inter-municipal partnership Seeks state and federal funding and assistance 31
32 Policy Development Adopt a Resolution or Mayoral Proclamation 32
33 Policy Development Adopt a Task Force 33
34 Policy Development Authorize Studies 34
35 Activity: Solar in Your Community Part 1: Please look at the questions in the Developing Effective Solar Policies in Your Community handout. 35
36 Policy Development Establish a Training Program for Staff and Boards 36
37 Policy Development Partner with Adjacent Communities 37
38 Policy Development Leverage State & Federal Assistance and Grants Solar PV Programs & Incentives Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Program 38
39 Agenda 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:45 Registration & Networking Lunch Introduction & Overview of NY Sun PV Trainers Network Role of Local Governments & Becoming a Solar Friendly Community 12:45 01:15 01:15 02:00 02:00 02:15 02:15 02:45 02:45 02:55 02:55 03:00 Policy Development Plan Making Break Community Engagement Next Steps Evaluation 39
40 Planning Process: Where Does Solar Fit? 40 Enabling solar adoption can help local governments meet planning goals: Economic development Energy Goals Climate resilience Public health Livable built environment
41 Plan Making Communitywide Comprehensive Plan Neighborhood Plans Corridor Plans Special District Plans Green Infrastructure Plans Energy Plan Climate Action Plan 41
42 Establish Goals Plan Making Comprehensive Plan Goals Objectives Strategies Implementation 42
43 Establish Goals Plan Making Goals Objectives Strategies Implementation What are the benefits solar can bring to your community? 43
44 Establish Goals Set Solar Specific Goals How closely does solar help meet existing community goals? What scales and contexts are appropriate? How much development is possible within the appropriate scales and contexts? 44
45 Establish Goals Is solar on residential rooftops appropriate in your community?
46 Establish Goals Is solar on commercial rooftops appropriate for your community?
47 Establish Goals Is solar on historic structures appropriate for your community?
48 Establish Goals Is solar on brownfields appropriate for your community?
49 Establish Goals Is solar on greenfields appropriate for your community?
50 Establish Goals Is building-integrated solar appropriate for your community?
51 Establish Objectives Plan Making OBJECTIVES Goals Objectives Strategies Implementation Statements of measurable midterm outcomes in furtherance of a certain goal 51
52 Establish Strategies Plan Making STRATEGIES Goals Objectives Strategies Implementation Actions to accomplish each objective. 52
53 Establish Strategies Plan Making Resource 53
54 Establish Strategies Plan Making Resource 54
55 Establish Strategies Plan Making Best Practice Examples Clifton Park, NY allow solar by special use permit Iola, KS & Ashland, OR solar access protections 55
56 Establish Strategies Plan Making Bedford, NY Best Practice Examples waive height limits for solar West Bloomfield, NY waive setbacks for solar Austin, TX, & Howard Co, MD allow solar in historic districts 56
57 Implementation Plan Making IMPLEMENTATION Goals Objectives Strategies Implementation An implementation plan: Designates the board or officials responsible for each strategy, Identifies necessary resources, and Establishes time periods for completing each action 57
58 Implementation Plan Making Comprehensive Plan Best Practice Example 58
59 Implementation Plan Making Comprehensive Plan Best Practice Example 59
60 Implementation Plan Making Subarea Plan Best Practice Example 60
61 Implementation Plan Making Functional Plan Best Practice Example 61
62 Implementation Plan Making Functional Plan Best Practice Example 62
63 Agenda 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:45 Registration & Networking Lunch Introduction & Overview of NY Sun PV Trainers Network Role of Local Governments & Becoming a Solar Friendly Community 12:45 01:15 01:15 02:00 02:00 02:15 02:15 02:45 02:45 02:55 02:55 03:00 Policy Development Plan Making Break Community Engagement Next Steps Evaluation 63
64 Implementation Community Engagement 64
65 Stages of the Required Legal Planning Process 1 Plan Filed 2 Plan Reviewed 3 Public Hearing 4 Decision Announced
66 Minimum Requirements Legal Planning Process An impartial legislative council A fair, orderly, and open process Decision made is based on facts on the record
67 The Required Decision Making Process DOESN T prevent or avoid challenges from being made by the public DOESN T help create conversation between local boards and the affected public DOESN T reduce the possibility of opposition DOESN T get community support
68 Community Engagement 68
69 Supplementing the Process Advantages Saves time Better ideas and shared problem solving Builds relationships Satisfactory result Creates buy-in Range of interests considered Encourages future involvement Boosts confidence in government Increase compliance
70 Community Engagement Goal Primary Audience for Plan Purpose of Information Skills Role of Public Required Technical viable plan that conforms to all laws, rules and regulations Decision-makers Ensure the plan conforms to professional practice and passes technical review Technical (engineering, design, fiscal, legal) Input and Advice at Public Hearing Supplemental Technical viable plan that integrates stakeholder interests Decision-makers and stakeholders Ensure the plan is feasible and addresses stakeholders issues and concerns Technical, legal, and facilitation/community engagement Engage in discussion, join problem-solving 70
71 POSITIONS VS. INTERESTS What are POSITIONS? What are INTERESTS? Parties assertions, wants, demands, offers, and solutions A person s needs and concerns
72 Community Engagement Potential Competing Interests & Priorities 72
73 Community Engagement Principals of a Collaborative Approach: Engage Early Listen & Learn First Build on Interests, Not Positions Design an Effective Process Be Inclusive &Involve Many Be Transparent & Responsive Use a Skilled Facilitator 73
74 Community Engagement Process Design Outline Step 1: Define the Issue What are the benefits? What are the concerns? What are some strategies to overcome the concerns? 74
75 Community Engagement Process Design Outline Step 2: Identify Who Should Participate Municipal Officials HOAs Environmental Advocates Historic Preservation Advocates Developers Landowners & Farmers 75
76 Community Engagement Process Design Outline Step 3: Create a Positive Environment Distribute Detailed Agendas Establish Ground Rules Offer Refreshments Schedule Convenient Meeting Venues & Times Hold Multiple Meetings Distribute Meeting Summary Ask Who Else Should We Inform & Update? 76
77 Community Engagement Process Design Outline Tools to Engage Participants Interviews, Polls & Surveys & Hotlines Websites, , Social Media & Texting Focus & Advisory Groups Community Meetings Neighborhood Walks 77
78 Community Engagement Process Design Outline Step 4: Maintain & Continue to Open Lines of Communication 78
79 Agenda 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:45 Registration & Networking Lunch Introduction & Overview of NY Sun PV Trainers Network Role of Local Governments & Becoming a Solar Friendly Community 12:45 01:15 01:15 02:00 02:00 02:15 02:15 02:45 02:45 02:55 02:55 03:00 Policy Development Plan Making Break Community Engagement Next Steps Evaluation 79
80 Next Steps In-Depth Trainings Intro to Solar Policy Community Strategy Session Technical Assistance Resources 80
81 Next Steps Facilitated dialogue to assist local decision makers in identifying market barriers, opportunities, solutions, and next steps to meeting goals In-Depth Trainings Intro to Solar Policy Community Strategy Session Technical Assistance Resources 81
82 Next Steps Intro to Solar Policy Quickly get up to speed on key solar policy issues: Developing a Solar Strategy. Land Use Planning for Solar Energy. Community Strategy Session Zoning for Solar Energy. Streamlining Solar Permits. Growing your Solar Market. Expanding Solar with PACE. Solar Procurement for Local Governments. In-Depth Trainings Technical Assistance Resources 82
83 Next Steps Intro to Solar Policy Targeted consulting to support implementation: Solar ordinance. Community Strategy Session Solar ready guidelines. Streamlined permitting. Smart permit fees. Engaging lenders. Solarize program. In-Depth Trainings Technical Assistance Resources 83
84 Next Steps In-Depth Trainings Intro to Solar Policy Community Strategy Session Technical Assistance Webinars. Podcasts. Toolkits. Model documents. Case studies. Resources 84
85 Agenda 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:45 Registration & Networking Lunch Introduction & Overview of NY Sun PV Trainers Network Role of Local Governments & Becoming a Solar Friendly Community 12:45 01:15 01:15 02:00 02:00 02:15 02:15 02:45 02:45 02:55 02:55 03:00 Policy Development Plan Making Break Community Engagement Next Steps Evaluation 85
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