137Enclosure of photovoltaic array

137 Enclosure of photovoltaic array (1) This regulation applies in relation to the ownership or installation of photovoltaic arrays on and after 1 July 2026. (2) Subject to subregulation (3), any photovoltaic array that is free standing and is less than 2.5 m from the ground surface must be enclosed in a manner that prevents: (a) unauthorised access to the array; and (b) damage to the array caused by animals. (3) The photovoltaic array is not required to be enclosed if: (a) a written risk assessment is undertaken by a competent (b) the risk assessment shows a low risk of unauthorised access and a low risk of damage to the photovoltaic array. (4) A person commits an offence if the person: (a) owns or installs a photovoltaic array that is free standing and is less than 2.5 m from the ground surface; and (b) does not enclose the photovoltaic array in accordance with

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