Kärnten Photovoltaic Systems Ordinance 2024 (K-PhV 2024).

The document primary focus is to regulate the installation and operation of photovoltaic systems in Kärnten, replacing the previous regulation on the same subject from 2013. The regulation aims to promote renewable energy sources in alignment with the objectives of the EU directives. It emphasizes the importance of sustainability in agricultural production and the need for compliance with existing land use planning laws. The regulation specifies that certain photovoltaic installations do not require separate land use designations, including those mounted on buildings not serving to protect against natural hazards, and installations on designated industrial or commercial areas. It outlines conditions under which photovoltaic systems can be established, particularly emphasizing their role in self-supply for legally constructed buildings. The document also identifies areas where photovoltaic installations are prohibited, such as national parks and regions prone to natural hazards, ensuring that environmental protection goals are met. The implementation of the regulation will be evaluated within three years of its enactment to assess its effectiveness in energy economics and spatial planning goals. Municipalities are granted the authority to undertake private measures. The document also includes provisions for compliance monitoring, requiring agricultural operators to submit evidence of sustainability every five years, thereby ensuring ongoing adherence to the established legal framework. The text consists of 9 Articles.