Unified-Residential-Solar-Permit-Application - Unified Solar Permit Application - Town of Gates, NY

Oct 24, 2026

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Unified solar permitting is available statewide for eligible solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, and the Town of Gates issues building and/or electrical permits after approval of a complete application package. The form covers project eligibility (e.g., 25 kW DC capacity or less, roof/accessory/ground mounting, contractor compliance, and exclusions from architectural or historical review and zoning variances). It specifies submittal requirements, permitting fees, required construction documents, submission methods, and review timelines, plus contact information and property owner and contractor sections.

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Permit Application

Project Eligibility for Unified Permitting Process

Submittal Instructions

Application Review Timeline

For Further Information

Property Owner Information

Solar Installation Contractor and Electrician Information

Submittal Requirements: Solar PV 25kW or Less

PERMIT APPLICATION Town of Gates-NYS Unified Solar Permit Unified solar permitting is available statewide for eligible solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. Municipal authorities that adopt the unified permit streamline their process while providing consistent and thorough review of solar PV permitting applications and installations. Upon approval of this application and supporting documentation, the Town of Gates will issue a building and/or electrical permit for the solar PV installation described herein. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY FOR UNIFIED PERMITTING PROCESS By submitting this application, the applicant attests that the proposed project meets the established eligibility criteria for the unified permitting process (subject to verification by the Town of Gates) . The proposed solar PV system installation: 􀂅 Yes 􀂅 Yes 􀂅 Yes 􀂅 Yes 􀂅 Yes 􀂅 Yes 􀂅 No 􀂅 No 􀂅 No 􀂅 No 􀂅 No 􀂅 No 1. Has a rated DC capacity of 25 kW or less. 2. Is not subject to review by an Architectural or Historical Review Board.(If review has already been issued answer YES and attach a copy) 3. Does not need a zoning variance or special use permit.(If variance or permit has already been issued answer YES and attach a copy) 4. Is mounted on a permitted roof structure, on a legal accessory structure, or ground mounted on the applicant’s property. If on a legal accessory structure, a diagram showing existing electrical connection to structure is attached. 5. The Solar Installation Contractor complies with all licensing and other requirements of the Town of Gates and the State. 6. If the structure is a sloped roof, solar panels are mounted parallel to the roof surface. For solar PV systems not meeting these eligibility criteria, the applicant is not eligible for the Unified Solar Permit and must submit conventional permit applications. Permit applications may be downloaded here: [www.townofgates.org/printable-forms/](www.townofgates.org/printable-forms/ or obtained)[ or obtained](www.townofgates.org/printable-forms/ or obtained) in person at 1605 Buffalo Road between the hours of 9am to 4pm. SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS For projects meeting the eligibility criteria, this application and the following attachments will constitute the Unified Solar Permitting package. • This application form, with all fields completed and bearing relevant signatures. • Permitting fee of $50.00, payable by cash, check or credit card (AMEX, Discover, MC, Visa) . Checks shall be made payable to the Town of Gates. • Required Construction Documents for the solar PV system type being installed, including required attachments. Completed permit applications can be submitted electronically to [trech@townofgates.org](trech@townofgates.org) or in person at 1605 Buffalo Road between the hours of 9am to 4pm. APPLICATION REVIEW TIMELINE Permit determinations will be issued within five (5) to seven (7) business days upon receipt of complete and accurate applications. The municipality will provide feedback within three (3) business days of receiving incomplete or inaccurate applications. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Questions about this permitting process may be directed to Town of Gates Building Inspector, Terry Rech at (585) 429-8241 or electronically at [trech@townofgates.org](trech@townofgates.org). PROPERTY OWNER | Property Owner’s First Name | | | Last Name | | | | | Title | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Property Address | | | | | | | | | | | | | City | | | State Zip | | | | | | | | | | Section | | | Block | | | | | Lot Number | | | | | EXISTING USE | | | | | | | | | | | | | 􀂅 Single Family | | 􀂅 2-4 Family | 􀂅 Commercial | | | | 􀂅 Other | | | | | | PROVIDE THE TOTAL SYSTEM CAPACITY RATING (SUM OF ALL PANELS) | | | | | | | | | | | | | Solar PV System: kW DC | | | | | | | | | | | | | SELECT SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

FAQs

What qualifies a solar PV project for the Town of Gates unified solar permit process?

The project must meet established eligibility criteria, including a rated DC capacity of 25 kW or less, and it must not require zoning variance or special use permits unless such approvals were already issued and attached. It also must not be subject to architectural or historical review board review unless already issued and supported with copies.

What documents and fees are required when submitting the unified solar permit package?

Submit the completed application with required signatures, the $50.00 permitting fee (cash, check, or credit card), and the required construction documents for the specific solar PV system type, including all required attachments.

How long does the town take to issue permit determinations and provide feedback?

Permit determinations are issued within five to seven business days after receipt of complete and accurate applications. Feedback is provided within three business days when applications are incomplete or inaccurate.

Oct 24, 2026

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