My ground array is set back from property line more than required and edge below fence and…. I kept it a shallow 17deg so its not in anyway intrusive to his views. When he looks out, over the array, he sees our far fence - same as prior to install. But yet he complains that he doesn't like the ‘industrial’ look of the panels. The ‘industrial’ comment is similar to what you report your neighbor said.
Personally, maybe lower the angle of you're planned array if appropriate to avoid a high angle, in your face situation but otherwise…. people just like to complain. For example, I could go on a rant about pool parties disturbing the quiet but a little consideration and live and let live is a better policy from my perspective.
This is my neighbor's view of my array from his porch. I don't believe this interferes with his view in any material way. The pic is from the house listing before my neighbor purchased....
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