Utah Admin. Code R661-20-1 - Photovoltaic (Solar) Systems Program
(1) Funding for this Program comes from the
annual Chapter Project Allocation.
(a) UNTF
funding is limited to $15,000.00.
(b) The Chapter shall identify other
match-funding sources in order to maximize the number of applicants that can
receive assistance from UNTF.
(2) Objective of the Photovoltaic (Solar)
Systems Policy is to provide financial assistance to individuals and entities
for development of photovoltaic systems, installation and maintenance.
(a) Eligible applicants for the Photovoltaic
Systems Program are individuals/families not served by a regular power line
extension. Individuals or families who are included on a regular power line
project to be completed within two years are not eligible for this
program.
(b) Funding will be
provided for photovoltaic packages which may include: panels; wiring;
connections; receptacles; light fixtures; batteries; protective fencing; small
buildings to house batteries and controls and to mount the equipment on;
installation (labor); and, a maintenance plan.
(c) The maintenance plan shall include
orientation for the applicant on care and maintenance of the system and
troubleshooting.
(3)
Procedure
(a) The applicant or the Chapter
shall obtain at least two (2) quotes from qualified, certified/licensed
photovoltaic system installers which specify all costs associated with the
required package.
(b) The Chapter
shall provide a project description that includes a list of the dwelling units
of all families to be included in the proposed project.
(i) The description shall include the
technical instruments and quality of photovoltaic system components which will
be included in the wiring to be installed at each dwelling unit and may be
depicted by an itemized material and instrument cost list.
(ii) The cost for each dwelling unit
installation must be detailed in the proposed project description.
(c) Proof of licensing, insurance,
certifications and warranties for all contractors, sub-contractors, or
installers hired by the Chapter or applicant to install photovoltaic systems is
required.
(d) Installers of
photovoltaic systems shall ensure the systems are installed in accordance with
the codes and standards of the National Fire Protection Association.
(e) An executed resolution from the Chapter,
along with any priority listings, shall be submitted in support of the
application.
(4) Ten
percent (10%) of UNTF funding shall be retained until a final inspection is
made. The Chapter may request final payment of the 10% retainage amount once
the Chapter provides a copy of the warranty and written documentation to UNTF
staff confirming that the Chapter is satisfied with the completed
work.
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