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Commission approves rear-mounted solar panels for 22 Somerset Street in Elm Park district

July 24, 2026 | Worcester City, Worcester County, Massachusetts


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Commission approves rear-mounted solar panels for 22 Somerset Street in Elm Park district
Contractor Dan Gorich described a proposal to install roof-mounted solar modules on the rear-facing slopes of 22 Somerset Street and confirmed panels will not be placed on the Somerset Street-facing façade. Owner James May said he plans future rooftop- and garage-adjacent EV charging for tenants as part of long-term building upgrades.

Commissioners said rear placement preserves the Elm Park historic district streetscape and approved a certificate of appropriateness. The approval included the condition that front-facing elevation panels are not proposed and that the installation follow the presented plans.

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