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Page 2 Minutes for the Meeting of March 5, 2020  Richard Canale concurred with Ms. Johnson’s statements about the removal of the Yard definition modification from the proposal. Mr. Canale stated that the Planning Board agreed upon a phased approach splitting the residential off from the proposal to allow for additional research being done.  Robert Peters stated that he would not want to allow for residential Solar Energy Systems within the setback.  Mr. Creech concurred with other members regarding the removal of residential Solar Energy Systems from the setbacks. Mr. Creech proposed that the Planning Board move forward with just commercially zoned districts at this time. Members of the Planning Board discussed the process moving forward for a form of Solar Energy System regulations. A majority of the Planning Board concurred that they needed to move forward with removal of Solar Energy Systems from the setbacks. Mr. Creech opened the floor for public comments. The following comments were provided.  A statement of potential language regarding the Yard definition and the addition of a new Section 6.3.3.  A request for clarification regarding what the Planning Board was intending to do relative to amending Residential Solar Energy Systems. A statement of disappointment for the removal of the allowing Residential Solar Energy Systems within a setback, which would be cutting out tools from Lexington’s toolbox.  A statement of support for the proposed regulations, which included support for both residential and commercial Solar Energy Systems. Mr. Canale stated that Lexington needs to move quickly on this initiative, but needs to be tactful as to what Town Meeting is willing to support. Public participation continued to allow for additional comments from the public.  A statement of support from Sustainable Lexington as presented with both residential and commercial Solar Energy System installations.  A request for clarification as to whether a solar carport would be allowed under the proposed regulations. Richard Canale moved to close the public hearing on Article 39: Solar Energy Systems. Robert Peter seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0; MOTION PASSED. Richard Canale moved that the Planning Board vote to recommend favorable action to Annual Town Meeting on Article 39 Solar Energy Systems, as amended. Ginna Johnson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0. MOTION PASSED. 2. Amend the Zoning Bylaw - Article 45 – Screening (Citizens Petition) Robert Creech, Chair opened the continued public hearing on Article 45 – Screening and then requested a review of any updates to the article. Charles Hornig, as a citizen petitioner, presented the proposed revisions made to Article 45 – Screening since the Wednesday, March 4, 2020, public hearing.