This guidance has been prepared in collaboration with Essex Local Planning Authorities to provide local guidance on preparing and submitting planning proposals for solar farms to inform proposals of a consistent set of minimum requirements of issues that need to be addressed.
By referring to as-built drawings throughout the construction process, teams can detect and rectify any discrepancies or errors promptly, minimizing costly rework and ensuring adherence to project timelines. Compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and industry standards is non-negotiable in solar engineering.
These drawings serve as the foundational blueprint for the entire solar installation process, providing structural and electrical engineers with essential guidance to ensure successful project execution.
Provide an architectural drawing and riser diagram for the homeowner showing the planned location for future photovoltaic and solar hot water system components. Space requirements and layout for photovoltaic and solar water heating system components should be taken into account early in the design process.
Essex is experiencing a significant number of planning applications for solar farms at a range of scales and is expected to continue to rise if Government targets for renewable energy are to be met.
The Government Energy White Paper (2020) states that “ onshore wind and solar will be key building blocks of the future generation mix, along with offshore wind ”.