Logan County approves temporary Genesis Wind MET tower with FAA and setback conditions

Aug 4, 2026

The Board approved Special Use Permit #244 for Genesis Wind, LLC to install a temporary meteorological tower with conditions including a minimum 263-foot setback from county right-of-way, maximum height capped at 263 feet, guyed structure with sidelights and a top flashing beacon per FAA requirements, underground power and fiber, and a communications box at the tower base. Vote 3-0.

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The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2026-26 to grant a Special Use Permit (SUP #244) to Genesis Wind, LLC (a Saga Energy subsidiary) for one temporary meteorological (MET) tower in the Southwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 12 North, Range 52 West. Commissioner Jim Santomaso moved approval and Commissioner Yahn seconded; the motion carried 3-0.

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