Harlan County board extends moratorium on wind and solar development through March 2027

Aug 18, 2026

After public comment citing Knox County materials and concerns about a proposed Orleans solar farm, the Harlan County Board approved resolution 2026-9 to extend a moratorium on wind and solar development until March 17, 2027; the motion passed unanimously among present supervisors.

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The Harlan County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 18 to extend a moratorium on wind and solar development in the county until March 17, 2027, passing resolution 2026-9.

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