Stand-by or backup electrical power generation facility.
San José Municipal Code § 20.200.1190
in effect"Stand-by or backup electrical power generation facility" means an electrical power generation facility that is operated only during interruptions of electrical service from the distribution system or transmission grid due to circumstances beyond the operator's control. Electrical generation facilities operating where an interruptible service contract has been executed are not considered stand-by or backup electrical power generation facilities. (Ords. 26388, 26456.)
Source: San José Municipal Code (Municode library)URL: https://library.municode.com/ca/san_jose/codes/code_of_ordinancesFetched: 7/25/2026