Commissioners say comprehensive‑plan update should guide solar approvals; moratorium stays
Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
Several commissioners told the Franklin County Commission they prefer to keep the current solar moratorium in place while the comprehensive plan and related regulations are reviewed; speakers also highlighted that public notice and process around the moratorium prompted criticism.
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Multiple commissioners and members of the public told the commission they want the county's comprehensive plan and development rules updated before taking decisions on large commercial solar projects.
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