Springdale, AR Solar Energy: Panel Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Applies in
- Ballpark Area/SW Springdale Overlay only
- Placement
- roof-mounted, flat on sloped roof
- Noise cap
- 65 decibels at property line
- Operating hours
- 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. without variance
- Utility hookup
- no permanent water/wastewater connection
Summary
Inside Springdale's Ballpark Area/Southwest Springdale District Overlay, rooftop solar panels must sit flat on the roof, stay under 65 decibels, and run only 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. without a variance.
Solar panels may occur on roofs only, and are to be positioned flat onto a sloped building roof, or placed in an area visible to the customer areas or adjacent residential zoning.(1)Noise level of unit or sound equipment may not exceed sixty-five (65) decibels when measured at the property line.(2)May not include drive in service.(3)Must have hooded or shielded exterior lighting.(4)May not have signage that projects more than six (6) inches from unit.(5)Must keep the area clear of liter and debris at all times.(6)May operate only between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. without specific variance.(7)No permanent water or wastewater connection is permitted.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 145).
Full Breakdown
Article 12 of the zoning ordinance, the Ballpark Area/Southwest Springdale District Overlay around Arvest Ballpark, restricts solar panels to roof placement only, positioned flat on a sloped roof or in a spot visible to customer areas or adjacent residential zoning. The unit's noise may not exceed 65 decibels measured at the property line, it may not include drive-in service, exterior lighting must be hooded or shielded, signage may project no more than six inches from the unit, and it may operate only between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. without a specific variance. No permanent water or wastewater hookup is allowed; power may come from temporary service or an onboard generator.
Violations & Fines
Installing panels off-roof, exceeding the 65 dB cap, or running outside the 6 a.m.–10 p.m. window without a variance violates the overlay's design standards, enforceable under the Code's general penalty, Sec. 1-9 (fine up to $1,000).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these solar rules apply citywide or just near the ballpark?
Can a rooftop solar unit run all night in the overlay district?
Sources & Official References
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