On July 16, 2019 Council adopted the ordinance amending City Code to include solar energy facilities. The City of Chesapeake Solar Energy Policy, dated June 27, 2019, was also adopted by City Council. This policy includes draft example stipulations.

At the December 21, 2021 City Council Work Session, staff requested that City Council direct staff to review the Chesapeake Solar Energy Policy ("Solar Policy") and and make recommendations for amendments. The Solar Energy Policy Update was heard and adopted by City Council at the August 9, 2022 City Council meeting.