Agenda / Content Covered

1:00 — 2:30, Alan Fox

1. Planning for Solar Energy Projects
2. Solar Energy in Comprehensive Plans
3. Identifying Solar Issues for Land Use Applications
4. Key Regulations Concerning Solar Energy
5. Zoning Considerations for Solar
6. Large-Scale Solar - Land Use Factors
7. Presentation Before a Land Use Board
8. Issues Related to Lease or Easement Agreements for Solar Energy
9. Renewable Energy Tax Incentives

Accreditation Details:

Alan P Fox is an attorney with Capehart & Scatchard, P.A. Mr. Fox is chair of Capehart Scatchard’s alternative energy group representing clients in various sectors, including shopping centers, public and private schools, retail, office buildings, warehouses, farming and residential properties. He has experience handling transactions related to photovoltaic solar powered electricity production systems, including PPA, obtaining permits and approvals for utility scale projects in southern New Jersey, and solar systems for owners of industrial and commercial properties. Additionally, Mr. Fox serves as co-chair of the firm’s real estate and land use group and is a shareholder in its commercial litigation and business & tax groups. His 35+ years of experience in these areas includes presenting land use applications before planning/zoning boards and litigating zoning matters at the trial and appellate levels; serving as solicitor to the Riverside Township Planning and Zoning boards for eight year; protecting creditors' rights; and performing as outside general counsel for various private companies with local, regional and national needs. Mr. Fox earned his B.A. degree from Rutgers College and his J.D. degree from California Western School of Law. He is admitted to practice law in the New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as well as before the U.S. District Court for the districts of New Jersey and Western and Eastern Pennsylvania.