fc62d5a3_islation___Go_Solar_California__Summary
[Bill No. & (Author)] SB 1399 (Simitian) [Chapter Number] 176 [Summary] 
Existing law prohibits a person owning or in control of a property from allowing a tree or shrub to cast a shadow on a solar energy system on a neighboring property. The bill exempts trees and shrubs planted prior to the installation of the solar energy system. This bill also requires the owner of a solar energy system to provide written notice, prior to the installation of solar, to owners of neighboring properties that may be affected. The bill provides that a local ordinance specifying requirements for tree preservation or solar shade control would govern within that local jurisdiction.
California and U.S. Renewable Energy Legislation - Go Solar California
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