Commissioners approve changes in wind farm regs
March 9, 2010
Some setback requirements for wind energy generators were reduced and several other changes were made in Boone County’s zoning regulations governing commercial wind energy systems at the Boone County Commissioners meeting Monday, March 8.
Acting on recommendations from the County Planning Commission, the commissioners approved a reduction in the required setback distance, separating wind towers from wetland areas. The previous setback distance of 600 feet was reduced to 300 feet in the amended regulations, and the setback can be reduced to as little as 100 feet if the plan is reviewed and approved by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Army Corps of Engineers.
Other changes were made in setback distance from neighboring property lines, the definition of a “wind tower,” permitting requirements and noise regulations.
Details in the March 10 Albion News Print Edition.
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