Zoning By-Laws - North Brookfield

accompanied by standard drawings of the windturbine structure, including the tower base andfootings. An Engineered analysis of the towershowing compliance with the MA State Building Codeof Massachusetts and certified by a licensedprofessional engineer shall be submitted. Thisanalysis is frequently supplied by themanufacturer; Wet Stamps shall not be required.6. Compliance with FAA Regulations: Small wind energysystems must comply with applicable FAARegulations, including any necessary approvals forinstallations close to airports.7. Emergency Notification: The local fire departmentshall be supplied with safety guidelines prior tothe issuance of a permit for shutting down thewind energy systems in case of an emergencysituation. There shall beemergency guidelines posted in area noted bythe Fire Department alongwith the appropriate fire extinguisher.8. Utility Notification: No small wind energy systemshall be installed until evidence has been giventhat the utility company has been informed of thecustomer’s intent to install an interconnectedcustomer-owned generator. Off-grid systems shallbe exempt from this requirement.9. Removal Requirement: Any wind turbine facilityceasing to operate within a period of 2 yearsshall be removed. Cease to operate is defined asnot performing the normal functions associatedwith the wind turbine facility. If all facilitieson a wind tower have ceased to operate the towerand all parts of the facility shall also beremoved one year from date of notification. Thefoundation may remain upon approval of thePlanning Board.H. North Brookfield Downtown Overlay District1. Purpose:a. To build upon the historic development patterns inthe existing Town center to create an attractive,walk able neighborhood.b. To encourage adaptive reuse of abandoned, vacantor underutilized buildings or structures whereappropriate.17