Solar Energy in Mesa County, CO (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Mesa County, Colorado.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Mesa County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Panel Permits
Mesa County's Land Development Code regulates private energy facilities, community solar gardens and energy generation/production facilities under Section 6.02.CC. Applicants must submit a project narrative and a site plan, and mounted solar panel equipment cannot exceed 15 feet in height.
Solar Facility Permitting in Mesa County
Some RestrictionsMesa County Land Development Code § 6.02.CC
CC. Utility, Production ... d. Setbacks (1) One quarter (1/4) mile from a Colorado designated Scenic By-way or from the Palisade Fruit and Vine Byway. (2) A minimum of one hundred fifty (150) feet from the nearest outside wall of residential occupied structure on adjacent properties or a negotiated agreement is reached with the adjacent property owner. ... (1) Solar System equipment shall be no...
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