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Sterling Heights council adopts zoning rules for solar energy systems
Summary
Council adopted amendments to Articles 26, 28 and 31 of zoning ordinance No. 278 to regulate ground‑mounted, roof‑mounted, carport and building‑integrated solar energy systems; council members expressed support for advancing solar installations.
Sterling Heights — The City Council adopted an ordinance updating the zoning code to regulate the siting and use of ground‑mounted, roof‑mounted, carport and building‑integrated solar energy systems.
Council moved to adopt amendments to Articles 26, 28 and 31 of Zoning Ordinance No. 278. A councilmember said she was “very happy that we are continuing to move forward with solar power” and noted residents had been informed about the proposal in prior meetings.
The ordinance was introduced for adoption with no public speakers and passed by unanimous voice vote.
