Supervisors adopt zoning amendment clarifying development standards for renewable projects

Oct 27, 2026

The board adopted a code amendment (Title 21.20.0.020) clarifying that development agreements for renewable energy projects may set site-specific development standards including setbacks; planning commission had recommended approval.

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt a zone text amendment updating section 21.20.0.020 of the county code to clarify the county's authority to set development standards for renewable energy projects, including possible deviations from underlying zoning. Planning staff said the language will allow the board or the planning commission to establish appropriate setbacks and other standards through renewable energy development agreements.

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