Renewable Energy Guidelines

Lakeside Meadow Welcomes and Encourages Homeowners to save energy – and the environment – by adopting energy conserving habits and using renewable energy:

  • Solar power panels are an accepted form of renewable energy installation.
  • Wind turbines or wind generators are not approved. (Even our subdivision power and communication lines are buried as part of a pole-free community.)

As with any significant alteration, plans should be submitted to the Lakeside Meadow Architectural Board for approval before initiation of installation. Submittal can be via the website or in person to a Board member.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Solar Power guidelines are as follows:

  • Solar panels must be installed on the roof. Freestanding in the yard is not allowed.
  • Panels must be of commercial quality; not “homemade.”
  • Panels must be flush with (parallel to) the roof; not angled such that one end is farther from the roof.
  • The homeowner is responsible for ensuring that the roof can support the weight and structural requirements of any installation.
  • Any energy storage (such as batteries) and converter equipment must be placed either indoors (garage) or out of site from the street or common areas.
  • Installations must meet Valparaiso city requirements, i.e. a building permit ensuring the installation meets city code is required.

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