Committee flags tree selection to avoid shading rooftop solar; PV Squared identified as installer

Jul 22, 2026

Members asked the design team to confirm a shading analysis for rooftop solar before finalizing tree species and placement; Charles said the solar vendor (PV Squared) may have already done a shading analysis that the committee can use.

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The committee discussed tree selection and placement to protect projected rooftop solar performance. Members observed that red maple and flowering dogwood were shown in landscaping plans and asked how tall the tree species would grow relative to panels.

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