MENU Search for Search SOLAR Solar PV in Decorah The City of Decorah is committed to supporting alternative energy systems and technology. As part of that commitment, the City has assembled information on solar power as it relates to planning, permitting, and education. This information is provided to earn SolSmart recognition for making it faster, easier, and more affordable for our Citizens to go solar. With the Winneshiek Energy District serving as our SolSmart Advisor, the city is working to increase the efficiency of local processes related to solar development. Solar Panel/Array Installation To install a solar array, please fill out a Building Permit. Solar is currently allowed by-rights as an accessory structure in all residential zones and is permitted as an accessory use in all other zones as Accessory uses and structures customarily incidental to any principal permitted use. Decorah Zoning Ordinances Solar installations also require an electrical permit from the State of Iowa website prior to an electrical inspection. For solar installations in Decorah, the State is responsible for electrical inspections and permitting. Installations must comply with the Iowa building code. Electrical permits may be submitted, inspections scheduled, and fees paid for online through the State of Iowa portal. The State of Iowa will complete one electrical inspection at the completion of the project. No further inspections are required. Solar Resources State and Federal Solar Incentives Winneshiek Energy District: Three Steps to Go Solar Alliant Energy Customer Solar Page MiEnergy Cooperative Solar Member-Owned Generation Winneshiek Energy District Renewable Energy Map NREL’s PV Watts Calculator Contact Us City of Decorah PO Box 138, 400 Claiborne Dr. Decorah, Iowa 52101 (563) 382-3651 (563) 382-6525 Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Open Facebook Account Open Twitter Account Open Youtube Account Quick Links Jobs Alliant Energy Economic Development News Copyright © 2021 - City of Decorah, Iowa | All Rights Reserved. Powered by Iroc Web Design Services.