Power Generators Greater Than 20 kW Rated Capacity

§ 426 Power Generators Greater Than 20 kW Rated Capacity

A. Applicability. Power generators which have a rated capacity of greater than 20 kW, with the exception of generators that are used as a back-up power source at a municipally owned or operated building; a public utility; a medical facility; a commercial business; or any other facility required by State Building Code to provide back-up power, are allowed only upon the granting of a special use permit by the Zoning Board of Review. Such use shall also undergo development plan review by the Planning Board under the provisions of § 704.

B. Application Requirements. Any application submitted under this section shall include the following:

1. A site plan showing the location and dimensions of the proposed generator and distances to all property lines and existing structures, including those on adjoining lots.

2. Manufacturer's specifications including rated capacity and noise levels, specifically the anticipated dBA levels at given distances from the generator. These must include the dBA levels at the nearest property line and, if applicable, at the location of the nearest residence on an adjoining property.

3. A description of the applicant's intended use schedule, both seasonally and daily.

C. Standards. Prior to the approval of an application for a power generator with a rated capacity greater than 20 kW, the Zoning Board of Review shall determine that it meets the general criteria for a special use permit. The standards below shall also apply:

1. Screening. The generator must be adequately screened from view from nearby roads and properties by means of fencing or vegetative screening, as approved by the Planning Board. In no case shall a generator be located within the front setback of a property, as defined in § 202.

2. Noise Impacts. The generator shall not exceed the Town of New Shoreham Noise Ordinance at the nearest property line, or otherwise have an adverse noise impact on adjoining properties, based on evidence presented at the public hearing. (Section added June 18, 2014 by Ord. No. 2014-07)